Broccoli & Cheddar Soup

Broccoli & Cheddar Soup

Broccoli & Cheddar Soup



Ingredients:

3 cups chicken broth

1 cup chopped onion

4 cups chopped broccoli

1 tsp thyme

4 Tbsp butter

4 Tbsp flour

1/2 tsp salt

2 cups milk

2 cups shredded cheddar


Directions:

In a large pot, mix together chicken broth, onion, broccoli and thyme.  Bring to a boil.  Reduce heat to low.  Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes.  Pour mixture into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.  Back in original pot over med-high heat, melt butter.  Add the flour and salt.  Whisk together until a paste is formed.  Add the milk and whisk continuously until mixture thickens.  Add cheddar cheese until melted.  Pour the broccoli mixture back into the cheese mixture and cook until blended.