Cream Of Brocolli And White Cheddar Soup

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   1)In a medium pot boil brocolli in chicken broth approximately 8 minutes

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   2)Using 1 tablespoon of butter, saute shallot and celery over medium heat until soft

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   3)Place shallot, celery and 3/4 of cooked brocolli in a blender or food processor(reserving broth and 1/4 cooked brocolli in pot) With top on, carefully puree

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   4)Return puree to the pot with chicken broth and brocolli, add half and half, pepper, salt and nutmeg, heat over low heat

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   5)In a small pan with 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon flour make a white roux

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   6)Whisk in roux with soup and continue to cook over low heat

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   7)Stirring constantly, add shredded cheddar, reserving approximately 4 tablespoons for garnish

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   8)Heat over low heat to a very slow simmer to avoid scalding the cream, approximately 10 minutes

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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