Broccoli Cheddar Scallion Soup

by QuisineQueenB
AuthorQuisineQueenBCategory, , , DifficultyBeginner

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Yields4 Servings
Prep Time15 minsCook Time45 minsTotal Time1 hr
Soup
 4 tbsp butter
 3 scallions, sliced (reserve some for garnish)
 ¼ cup flour
 2 cups low-sodium chicken stock (or vegetable stock)
 2 cups half & half
 ½ tsp dry ground mustard
 ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
 ⅛ tsp frestly grated nutmeg (or ground nutmeg)
 ½ tsp granulated garlic
 ½ tsp onion powder
 ¾ tsp salt
 ½ tsp ground black pepper
 2 cups broccoli florets, chopped into bite-sized pieces
 8 oz sharp cheddar, freshly grated
Garnish
 store-bought croutons
 sliced scallions
 chopped parsley
 grated cheddar cheese
Cook
1

- In a large pot on low-medium heat, add butter and allow to melt. Add the scallions and saute for 2-3 minutes until softened. Sprinkle in the flour and mix together with a whisk for 1-2 minutes. While stirring, slowly pour in the stock and half & half. Add the spices, salt, pepper, and continue to stir. Increase temperature to medium heat. Dump in the veggies and allow them to cook for 10 minutes. Use a large wooden spoon to stir the mixture occasionally to avoid it from sticking to the bottom of the pot. Once the veggies have softened, add the cheese and stir until melted.

Garnish
2

- Top each soup serving with desired toppings. Enjoy!

 

Ingredients

Soup
 4 tbsp butter
 3 scallions, sliced (reserve some for garnish)
 ¼ cup flour
 2 cups low-sodium chicken stock (or vegetable stock)
 2 cups half & half
 ½ tsp dry ground mustard
 ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
 ⅛ tsp frestly grated nutmeg (or ground nutmeg)
 ½ tsp granulated garlic
 ½ tsp onion powder
 ¾ tsp salt
 ½ tsp ground black pepper
 2 cups broccoli florets, chopped into bite-sized pieces
 8 oz sharp cheddar, freshly grated
Garnish
 store-bought croutons
 sliced scallions
 chopped parsley
 grated cheddar cheese

Directions

Cook
1

- In a large pot on low-medium heat, add butter and allow to melt. Add the scallions and saute for 2-3 minutes until softened. Sprinkle in the flour and mix together with a whisk for 1-2 minutes. While stirring, slowly pour in the stock and half & half. Add the spices, salt, pepper, and continue to stir. Increase temperature to medium heat. Dump in the veggies and allow them to cook for 10 minutes. Use a large wooden spoon to stir the mixture occasionally to avoid it from sticking to the bottom of the pot. Once the veggies have softened, add the cheese and stir until melted.

Garnish
2

- Top each soup serving with desired toppings. Enjoy!

Broccoli Cheddar Scallion Soup
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2 comments

  • Love your recipes! This soup is so perfect for this time of year and absolutely delicious! My son and I are still waiting for the flatbread pizza recipe to be uploaded.

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    • I’m so glad you tried it! And thanks for commenting! Flatbread pizza wishes, huh?…I will expedite it just for you! Stay tuned ?

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