Homestyle Cream of Broccoli Soup |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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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. Ingredients:
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 |
Directions:
1. In a blender, process half of the broccoli until fairly smooth.
2. Chop remaining broccoli and set aside.
3. In a large pot, melt butter. Saute onion and celery for 3 - 4 minutes or until soft.
4. Add flour, stirring for 1 - 2 minutes.
5. Crumble bouillon cubes in 3 cups of boiling water.
6. Blend into onion mixture and bring to a boil.
7. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until thick. Stirring constantly.
8. Add milk, pepper, nutmeg and broccoli.
9. Heat thoroughly.
10. Ladle into bowls and garnish with cheese.
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