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Broccoli Cheese Soup

Broccoli Cheese Soup

Soup is one of the most comforting things you can have. It’s perfect for a rainy day, next to a sandwich, next to a salad, on a cold day, in a bread bowl, or just on it’s own. Next to french onion soup this is my favorite soup.
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Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Itaira

Ingredients

  • 2 cups broccoli florets chopped
  • 1 cup carrots shredded
  • 1 cup gouda shredded
  • 1/2 cup sharp cheddar shredded
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 cup half & half
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/8 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/8 tsp dried basil
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • pinch black pepper
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp flour

Instructions

  • In a pot on medium high heat add carrots, broccoli, onion, garlic, chicken stock, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • In large pot melt the butter. Add flour one tablespoon at a time while constantly whisking. Cook for a minute. 
  • Remove bay leaf from veggie mixture then add it to the pot with the roux. Stir to combine. Add the half & half and put on low heat. Mix together.
  • Add all of the seasonings and mix well to combine. 
  • Add gouda and mix until cheese is melted. Follow that with the sharp cheddar and mix until melted.
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