Savory Broccoli Cheddar Soup
A savory broccoli herb cream soup with carrots and onions, simmered until tender, then finished with the addition of sharp cheddar cheese. It will be ready when you are!
Ingredients
- ¼ cup butter
- ½ cup diced yellow onion one small
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken stock or 2 cups hot water plus the chicken bouillon cube equivalent
- 2 cups half and half
- 1 tablespoon herbs de provence
- 2 cups chopped broccoli flowerets
- 1 carrot diced
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large saute or fry pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add onions and cook until tender while stirring.
- Add the flour, and whisk until smooth.
- Then gradually add the chicken stock, whisking constantly until smooth.
- Continuing to whisk, add the half and half until fully incorporated.
- Add the herbs and stir well. Remove from heat.
- Place the broccoli and carrot into the bottom of a crock pot.
- Carefully pour the hot cream mixture over the vegetables.
- Cover and cook for 4-5 hours on low.
- When vegetables are tender, add the cheese and stir until blended.
- Set on warm until ready to serve.
Notes
This recipe can easily be doubled for larger or more servings.