CREAM OF BROCCOLI SOUP

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I usually end up quadrupling this recipe if I make for my soup loving grand kids. I use fresh broccoli and just microwave it for a few minutes before adding to soup. I sometimes add shredded cheddar to make a Cheesy Cream of Broccoli Soup. Adapt to your family.

Provided by Marsha Gardner

Categories     Cream Soups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 bunch broccoli, cut into florets and blanched in microwave
6 Tbsp butter
3 Tbsp onion, chopped
5 Tbsp all purpose flour
1/4 tsp kosher salt
dash(es) freshly ground black pepper
dash(es) freshly grated nutmeg
2 milk
1 c chicken broth

Steps:

  • 1. Cook onions in butter. Stir in flour, salt, pepper, nutmeg, milk and chicken broth. Cook until slightly thickened. Add broccoli and heat through.
  • 2. I take my submersion blender at this point and blend until smooth. Reserve a little broccoli to serve as a garnish on top.
  • 3. If adding cheese, do so after blending. Heat through being careful not to scorch.

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