BROCCOLI SOUP WITH CHEDDAR CHEESE

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This is a nice soup from Bon Appetit. Be sure to use fresh tarragon for the best flavor. This soup is not thick and creamy, so sometimes I puree half of it for a creamier texture.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 tablespoons butter, room temperature
2 lbs broccoli, bite size pieces
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon fresh tarragon
6 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 cup whipping cream
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Melt 3 tablespoons butter in heavy medium pot over medium-high heat.
  • Add broccoli stems and onion; sauté until onion is translucent, about 6 minutes.
  • Add garlic and tarragon; sauté 1 minute.
  • Add stock; bring to boil.
  • Simmer uncovered until broccoli is tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in cream.
  • Mix remaining 3 tablespoons butter with flour in small bowl to make paste.
  • Whisk paste into soup.
  • Add broccoli florets.
  • Simmer until soup thickens and florets are tender, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes.
  • (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly, then refrigerate uncovered until cold. Cover and keep refrigerated. Bring to simmer before continuing.)
  • Preheat broiler.
  • Place 6 ovenproof soup bowls on baking sheet.
  • Divide soup among bowls.
  • Sprinkle 1/3 cup cheese over each.
  • Broil until cheese melts and bubbles around edges, about 4 minutes.

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