Broccoli Cheese Soup: A Comforting Recipe for Cooler Weather

Broccoli Cheese Soup

Photo byDebbie Miller

With temperatures changing and getting cooler nothing beats a good warm bowl of soup. Try this recipe for "comfort food".

• 1 tablespoon melted butter

• ½ medium chopped onion

• ¼ cup melted butter

• ¼ cup flour

• 2 cups half-and-half cream

• 2 cups chicken stock

• ½ lb fresh broccoli (about 1 cup)

• 1 cup carrot, julienned

• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg

• 8 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese

• salt and pepper to taste

Sauté the onion in 1 tablespoon melted butter and set aside. In a large pot whisk together the melted butter and flour over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes. Slowly whisk in the half and half and chicken stock. Add the broccoli, carrots, and onions. Add nutmeg, salt and pepper and sharp cheddar cheese. Cook until vegatables are tender.