HOMESTYLE CREAM OF BROCCOLI SOUP

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This is one of those soups that warms the body and the soul. Served with fresh bread, it doesn't get much better than this.

Provided by Diana 2

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups broccoli, cooked
2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1/3 cup flour
4 chicken bouillon cubes
3 cups water, boiled
2 1/2 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/3 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • In a blender, process half of the broccoli until fairly smooth.
  • Chop remaining broccoli and set aside.
  • In a large pot, melt butter. Saute onion and celery for 3 - 4 minutes or until soft.
  • Add flour, stirring for 1 - 2 minutes.
  • Crumble bouillon cubes in 3 cups of boiling water.
  • Blend into onion mixture and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium and simmer until thick. Stirring constantly.
  • Add milk, pepper, nutmeg and broccoli.
  • Heat thoroughly.
  • Ladle into bowls and garnish with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.6, Fat 15.5, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 47, Sodium 1183.2, Carbohydrate 24, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 3.3, Protein 12

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