Recipe

Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe

	Brznbroad / All my dishes 8 months ago Creamy and cheesy broccoli soup that makes a terrific first dinner course. Serve with crusty bread for a not-so-light lunch. Definitely NOT a low-fat dish! Prep:10m Cook:35m Servings:8	Brznbroad
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Ingredients

1 large bunch fresh broccoli

2 cups sliced sweet onions

5 tablespoons butter

6 cups chicken broth, divided

1 teaspoon dried leaf oregano, crumbled

1/4 cup flour

2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard

1/8 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper

2 cups heavy cream

2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Directions

Cut florets off the broccoli and divide into bite-size sections. Simmer in lightly salted water for 2 - 3 minutes. Drain and immerse in cold water to stop cooking. Drain again and set aside.

Cut stalks into small pieces and place in large saucepan. Add sliced onions and 3 tablespoon of the butter to saucepan. Saute over medium low heat for 5 minutes. Add 3 cups chicken broth and oregano to the saucepan and simmer 20 - 25 minutes. Carefully process hot mixture in batches in a blender until smooth. Set aside.

Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in saucepan. Stir in flour and cook, stirring constantly, until smooth and bubbly. Stir in mustard and pepper. Alternately stir in the processed mixture and remaining 3 cups of chicken broth. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until mixture begins to bubble. Add the 2 cups cream and 2 cups shreeded cheese and stir until smooth and cheese is melted. Add the broccoli florets and heat through.

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