Broccoli Soup

By á-24895

Ingredients

• Olive oil, for pan
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• Salt and pepper
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 1 cup half-and-half
• 4 small heads broccoli, chopped
• 1 package soft herbed cheese
• 1 cup grated Monterey jack

Preparation

Step 1

Directions

Drizzle some olive oil into a heavy-bottomed pot set over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic and some salt and pepper and cook until tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Pour in the chicken stock and half-and-half and bring to a simmer. Add the broccoli and cook until tender. Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Stir in the herbed cheese and the Monterey jack and let melt. Serve warm.