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TANGY BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP

INGREDIENTS:
¼ cup butter
1 cup chopped onions
2 cloves garlic
2 tbsp flour (or cornstarch)
2 cups heavy cream (or 1 cup cream & 1 cup milk)
3 cups chicken broth
¾ lb grated sharp cheddar cheese (or cut into small pieces)
½ tsp nutmeg
½ tsp pepper
¾ tsp salt (optional)
1/8 to ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
3 cups broccoli cut into small pieces

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Melt butter in large saucepan, add onions and sauté til tender.
  2. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
  3. Add flour, stir for 2 minutes.
  4. Whisk in cream and chicken broth.
  5. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and add cheese. Add seasonings and mustard.
  6. Add broccoli. Do not let soup boil after cheese has been added.
  7. Let simmer til broccoli is tender.
  8. Garnish with additional shredded cheese or diced red pepper.

Enjoy!