ULTIMATE BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP

Ultimate Broccoli Cheese Soup image

Provided by Chalsea

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup flour
2 cups half-and-half
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 lb broccoli, washed cut
1 cup carrot, grated
salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
8 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

Saute onion in butter. Set aside.
Cook melted butter and flour using a whisk over medium heat for 3-5 minutes. Stir constantly and slowly add the half-and-half (this is called making a roux). Add the chicken broth whisking all the time. Simmer for 20 minutes.
Add the broccoli, carrots and onions. Cook over low heat till veggies are tender for 20-25 minutes. Add salt and pepper. The soup should be thickened by now.
Pour in batches into osterizer (blender) and puree.
Return to pot over low heat and add the grated cheese; stir until well blended. Stir in the nutmeg.
This soup can be easily doubled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Fat 32.2, SaturatedFat 20, Cholesterol 95, Sodium 629.2, Carbohydrate 13.7, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 2.6, Protein 15.5