Broccoli Cheese Soup

 

Ingredients:

8 Cups Chicken Broth (2-32oz Cartons)
1 1/4 C Milk Half & Half or Heavy Whipping Cream

1 Stick Unsalted Butter
6 American Cheese Slices (Kraft)
1 Cup Flour
1 Medium Onion diced or 1 teaspoon dried onion flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1 Tablespoon Fresh Minced Garlic
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 1/2 cups broccoli florets, cute to bite size pieces or use 1 16 oz bag frozen.

Garnish
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1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
3-4 teaspoons of fresh parsley, minced


Directions:
1.  Melt butter import, add onions and saute in large pot.

2. Combine Flour, Chicken Broth, milk, salt and pepper.

2.  Stir constantly to avoid sticking.  Bring to a boil.  Then reduce to a simmer.

3. Add broccoli and simmer for 15 minutes more or until broccoli is tender but not mushy, add cheese, stir until melted.

4. Pour into a large soup bowl and offer cheese & parsley at the table.



*Tip: Great Served with breadsticks & salad or Italian Grilled Cheese Sandwiches.