Sunday, January 3, 2010

Broccoli Cheddar Cheese Soup

2 TBS salted butter
2 cups peeled & diced boiling potatoes (about 2 medium)
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 TBS all purpose flour
1 (14.5oz) can non-chicken broth
2 cups milk
3 cups broccoli (chopped florets & thinly sliced stems)
8 oz. Sharp or Extra Sharp Cheddar, grated (about 2 cups)
1 tsp fresh lemon juice
Salt & ground pepper to taste

1. In large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add potatoes & onions & cook; stirring, until onion is tender; about 5 minutes.

2. Add flour & cook, stirring, for 2 minutes longer.

3. Gradually, stir in broth & milk. Bring to a simmer & cook until potatoes are nearly tender, about 5 minutes. Add broccoli & cook until broccoli is tender, about 5 more minutes.

4. Remove from heat & stir in cheese. Add lemon juice & season w/ salt & pepper.

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