Broccoli Leek Cheese Soup
Ingredients
3 large Broccoli Crowns
1 Leek, stalk only
4 Tbsp. Butter
1/4 Cup All Purpose Flour
2- 49 1/2 Oz. Cans Low Sodium Chicken Broth
1 Cup Milk (I used 2% but you can use any)
1 Tbsp. Rosemary
1 Tbsp. Dried Oregano
2 Tsp. Black Pepper
1 Tsp. Garlic Powder
1 1/2 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
Preparation
1
Wash broccoli and cut crosswise into 1/2″ wide stalks then cut crosswise into 1″ pieces. Wash leek and cut in half; cut crosswise into 1″ pieces
2
Place broccoli and leek into a large skillet. Add one inch of water and bring to a boil over medium high heat. Cover and let cook until tender, about 5 to 7 minutes. Do not drain.
3
In a large stock pot over medium high heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and stir until mixture is smooth and bubbly.
4
Turn heat to medium and pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil, whisking constantly.
5
Boil and stir for one minute. Add broccoli and leek, rosemary, oregano, pepper and garlic powder.
6
Turn heat to low and let simmer for 20 to 30 minutes. Stir in milk and cheese and let simmer for 5 to 10 minutes more; do not boil.
7
10 to 12 servings, about one cup each
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About
Broccoli Leek Cheese Soup. What's better than a hot bowl of home made soup on a cold winter night? Here's a recipe that is easy and delicious!
Yield:
12 Servings
Added:
Wednesday, February 1, 2017 - 6:02pm
