Broccoli Cheese Soup

By JoyT

Yummy Broccoli Soup

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter, room temperature
• 1 1/2 pounds fresh broccoli
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 carrot, sliced
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1/2 1 cup cream, or 1 cup of milk
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Details

Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 46mins

Preparation

Step 1

Melt 4 tablespoons butter in heavy medium pot over medium-high heat.
Add onion, carrot, salt and pepper and saute until onion is translucent, about 6 minutes.
Add the flour and cook for 1 minute, until the flour reaches a blonde color.
Add chicken broth, and bring to boil.
Reduce to a simmer and add broccoli.
Simmer uncovered until broccoli is tender, about 15 minutes. Pour in cream and cheese.
Stir to combine and melt. Serve hot.