bFeedme

Cooking, Recipe and Food Blog

  • Home
  • About
  • Archives
  • Contact Us
  • Store

Soup of the Day: Broccoli & Cheese Recipe

May 4, 2007 By Delia

broccoli-cheese-soup-recipe-5-4-07.jpg

I told you I would take care of you this Friday, so you can go into the weekend well-equipped with delicious soup recipes.

This Broccoli & Cheese Soup Recipe is one of my personal favorites, it’s great for those rainy days.  Enjoy!

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil 
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2   onion, minced 
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 rib celery, chopped 
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 4 cups broccoli florets 
  • 6 cups chicken stock, divided 
  • 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated 
  • 1 cup half-and-half 
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper  

What’s Next:
 
Place a skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil and butter. When melted, add the onion and sprinkle with the salt.

Adjust the heat to medium-low and cook the onions until pale golden and translucent, approximately 25–30 minutes. Set aside.

Add the celery and cook until softened, approximately 2 minutes.

Place the broccoli florets in a heavy-bottomed soup pot and add two cups of the chicken stock.

Bring to a lively simmer, adjust the heat, cover with a lid, and cook until the broccoli is soft, approximately 8—10 minutes.

Combine the broccoli mixture with the onions and celery and puree in a blender, food mill or food processor.

Return to the saucepan and add the remaining chicken stock, half-and-half, and pepper. Mix well

Add the cheese and stir until melted.  Add some salt & you’re ready to chow down!

Eat well & Laugh often!

Filed Under: Soup Recipe

Categories