Gail'S Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe

Name: Gail'S Broccoli Cheese Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 quart Chicken Broth; 1 head Broccoli (see directions below for prep); 1 Onion, peeled and diced; 3 stalks Celery, peeled and diced; 2 Patty Pan Squash, peeled, seeded, and diced; 2 cloves Garlic, peeled and crushed; 6 tablespoons Butter; 2 tablespoons Olive oil; 1/2 cup Flour; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1/2 teaspoon Pepper; 1 quart Milk; 2 cups Sour Cream; 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup; 3 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Servings: persons

1 quart Chicken Broth
1 head Broccoli (see directions below for prep)
1 Onion, peeled and diced
3 stalks Celery, peeled and diced
2 Patty Pan Squash, peeled, seeded, and diced
2 cloves Garlic, peeled and crushed
6 tablespoons Butter
2 tablespoons Olive oil
1/2 cup Flour
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Pepper
1 quart Milk
2 cups Sour Cream
1 can Cream of Chicken Soup
3 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese

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1. Chop vegetables. For broccoli, cut off florets, set aside 1/2 (the prettiest ones). Peel stem and chop. Put broccoli stem pieces and all other vegetables into a large pot with with a lid. Add chicken broth. Cover and bring to a boil. Cook until vegetables are soft. Puree with hand blender. Continue to cook over medium low heat for next steps.
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2. Make roux. Melt butter in small pot. Add olive oil and flour. Stir well until smooth. Add salt and pepper, and stir until thick and smooth.
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3. Add roux to vegetable pot. Whisk until smooth. Stir in broccoli florets. Cover and cook 5 minutes.
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4. Whisk together milk, soup, and 1 cup sour cream. Stir into soup briskly. Add shredded cheese and stir. Heat 5 minutes, until cheese is melted, and serve with a dollop of sour cream on top.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 quart Chicken Broth, 1 head Broccoli (see directions below for prep), 1 Onion, peeled and diced, 3 stalks Celery, peeled and diced, and more.

Yes, Gail'S Broccoli Cheese Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Gail'S Broccoli Cheese Soup

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