Simple Suppers: Classic Broccoli Cheese Soup
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Recipe type: Soup
Cuisine: American
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Serves: Approximately 10 cups
 
Ingredients
  • 5 cups of chicken bone broth or chicken stock
  • 4 cups of broccoli florets
  • 2 - 4 cloves of garlic, peeled
  • 1 - 8 ounce brick of cream cheese
  • 3 cups of sharp cheddar
  • 1 cup of heavy cream (or half and half for lighter soup)
  • salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Put chicken broth into a large stockpot with broccoli florets and peeled garlic cloves and bring to boil.
  2. Cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, then puree vegetables with immersion or regular blender. (You can leave some small pieces of florets for a more rustic soup.)
  3. Add cream cheese and sharp cheddar, cooking over low heat until melted.
  4. Add cream and seasonings and simmer for a few minutes.
  5. Enjoy!
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