Ingredients
- 2 big bunches of broccoli, stems removed (about 4 to 5 cups of flowerets)
- 2 (32 ounce) boxes chicken stock
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ¾ cup diced sweet onion
- ¾ cup celery, peeled and sliced (yes, I peel the outside of my celery stalks with a potato peeler and you will see it has a milder flavor and wonât be stringy - try it!)
- 1 clove garlic, freshly minced
- ¼ cup flour
- 2 teaspoons Penzeyâs 4/S (Special seasoned Sea Salt: a blend of sea salt, sugar, extra bold pepper, paprika, onion, turmeric, garlic, and extracts of celery, rosemary and thyme)
- 1 cup cubed American or Velvetta cheese
- 1 cup Extra sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- ½ cup grated gruyere cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup low-fat or regular half-and-half
- Roux for thickening:
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 6 tablespoons flour
- For garnish:
- grated extra sharp cheddar cheese
- crushed garlic cheese croutons
Description
Since We’ve Had Nothing But Cold Weather Around Here This Winter, I’ve Been Craving Soup Every Day, And A Cheesy Broccoli Soup Is One Of My Favorites. I Combined Several Different Recipes And Came Up With This As My Most Recent Favorite. If You’re
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