BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP

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I got the base of this recipe from my mom. I use Organic Vegetable Broth instead of Chicken broth just because I love the combination of flavors and natural spiciness. I also added the extra veggies which makes it a bit heartier. I also added the cheddar which thickens it and lets face it, just makes it a yummy comfort food.

Provided by healthy mamma

Categories     Chowders

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 lb broccoli, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
4 cups vegetable broth
2 garlic cloves, crushed then minced
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 tablespoons unbleached flour
1 cup low-fat milk
1/2 cup chopped green onion (to garnish)
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepot over med. high heat, place broth, broccoli, onion, celery & garlic. Bring to a boil, then lower heat & simmer 3 minutes. Take off heat & cover.
  • In a ceramic coated Dutch oven melt butter over low heat. When melted, add flour & turn up heat to med.- high. Cook, stirring constantly till roux is bubbly and a golden brown color. Add broth mixture all at once while whisking. Keep whisking or stirring constantly until soup is bubbly and thickened about 3 minutes.
  • Take off heat & add grated cheese, stir in till melted. Ladel into bowls and sprinkle with salt & pepper and garnish with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.2, Fat 31.2, SaturatedFat 19.6, Cholesterol 92.9, Sodium 416.4, Carbohydrate 15.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 5.1, Protein 19.1

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