Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Servings Prep Time
2 people 30 minutes
Cook Time Passive Time
45 minutes 5 minutes
Servings Prep Time
2 people 30 minutes
Cook Time Passive Time
45 minutes 5 minutes
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. In a small saucepan, add 1 tbsp butter, diced onion and saute over medium heat until the onion is transparent. This should take place in 4 minutes.
  2. Add the garlic and cook about 30 seconds stirring constantly so it doesn’t burn. Remove from heat and set pan aside.
  3. In a large, heavy bottom pot add 4 tbsp butter, flour and cook over medium heat for about 3 to 5 minutes, whisk constantly until thickened.
  4. Slowly add the chicken stock, whisking in constantly
  5. Slowly add the half and half, whisking constantly
  6. Allow mixture to simmer over low heat for about 15 to 20 minutes, or wait until it has reduced. Whisk intermittently to re-incorporate.
  7. While mixture is simmering, chop the broccoli and carrots. After simmering 15 to 20 minutes, add the carrots, broccoli, onions and garlic.
  8. Add the salt, pepper, paprika, dry mustard and cayenne, stir to combine.
  9. Allow soup to simmer over low heat for 20 – 25 minutes, or until it has reduced and thickened. Whisk intermittently to re-incorporate.
  10. Grate the cheese and incorporate into soup.
  11. Simmer for 20 – 25 minutes.
  12. Transfer soup to bowls, garnish and serve.