Broccoli-Cheddar Soup

By PatN

Creamy and delicious. Great for bread bowls.

Ingredients

• 3 c. chicken broth
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 c. broccoli florets
• Dash of garlic powder
• 1 tsp thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 4 tbsp butter
• 4 tbsp flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 c. milk
• 2 c. shredded cheddar
• slices of crusty bread or bread bowls

Details

Servings 8

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large pan, mix broth, onion, broccoli, garlic powder, thyme and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, reduce heat. Simmer 10 min. or until vegetables are soft.
2. Remove bay leaves and pour mixture into a food processor. Pulse until smooth, approximately 1 min. Reserve in a bowl.
3. In the original saucepan, melt butter. Wisk in the flour, salt, and a little pepper until a thick paste forms. Add milk and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens. Add cheddar, stir until it dissolves.
4. Pour in broccoli mixture and cook until blended. If necessary, add more chicken broth to thin. Season with additional salt and pepper. Serve with bread FOR dipping or in bread bowls.