BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP

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Provided by kylekoerner

Categories Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

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2 tablespoons butter
3 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 crushed garlic clove
1 1/4 cups 2% low-fat milk
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup grated monterey jack cheese
16 ounces frozen chopped broccoli

Steps:

1. Melt butter in stock pot on medium, add onion and cook til' soft. Add pepper and garlic, and cook for a few minutes. Add broccoli and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer to broccoli is tender (10-15 minutes).
2. In separate bowl, whisk flour into milk until completely dissolved. Stir into soup, stirring frequently ti'l thickened. Reduce heat to low, and then stir in cheese til smooth and heated through. Salt to taste.
Serves 4-5.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.5, Fat 36, SaturatedFat 22.3, Cholesterol 105.8, Sodium 1175.2, Carbohydrate 21, Fiber 4, Sugar 7.2, Protein 31.7