Broccoli Cheese Soup
Bountiful Harvest Cookbook
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This simple soup has basic ingredients, but it tastes so good. The green broccoli florets and the brilliant orange carrots make this creamy soup a colorful addition to any table.
SERVINGS: 6
CATEGORY: Soup
METHOD: Other stovetop
TIME: Prep: 5 min. Cook: 30 min.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups sliced fresh carrots
- 1 cup sliced celery
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1-1/2 cups chopped onion
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed chicken broth, undiluted
- 1 quart milk
- 1/2 pound process American cheese, cut into cubes
Directions:
In a large saucepan, bring 2 quarts water to a boil. Add carrots, celery and broccoli; cover and boil for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In the same saucepan, saute onion in butter. Add flour and stir to make smooth paste. Gradually add chicken broth and milk. Cook until mixture thickens, about 8-10 minutes. Add vegetables; heat until tender. Add cheese; heat until cheese is melted. Yield: 6-8 servings (2 quarts).