Name: Classic Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 2 tbsp butter; 1 tbsp flour; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 5 1/2 cup lowfat milk; 1 (10 oz.) package frozen chopped broccoli; 3 tbsp chopped onion; 2 cup (8 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese

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Classic Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Courses: Soups & Stews

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 mins Cook Time 30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp flour
1 tsp salt
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
5 ¹⁄₂ cup lowfat milk
1 (10 oz.) package frozen chopped broccoli (may use 1½ c. fresh broccoli instead)
3 tbsp chopped onion
2 cup (8 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Using a wire whisk, stir in flour, salt and pepper. Cook over low heat for 3-4 minutes. In a large saucepan, heat milk to simmering. Cook broccoli and onions in milk until tender. Add flour mixture to milk while stirring. Cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes. Gradually add shredded cheese, stirring to melt. Soup can be pureed in a food processor or served immediately.