Broccoli & Cheese Potato Soup

By brenie_shydee

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup chopped onion
• 1/3 cup chopped celery
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 cup flour
• 4 cups diced peeled potatoes
• 2 1/2 cups chopped broccoli, steamed until crisp tender
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups skim milk
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 dash paprika
• salt

Preparation

Step 1

1 In a large saucepan, saute onion and celery in butter over medium heat until tender.

2 Add flour, pepper, salt, and paprika and stir until smooth.

3 Add broth, milk, and potatoes, stirring constantly until it boils and thickens.

4 Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

5 Stir in cheese and cooked broccoli and cook over low until cheese is melted and soup is heated through.