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Best Cream of Broccoli Soup

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Course Soup

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 8 cups chopped broccoli
  • 3 Tbsp butter
  • 3 Tbsp flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in medium sized stock pot, and saute onion, celery and garlic until tender.
  • Add broccoli and broth; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • In small saucepan, over medium-heat, melt 3 tablespoons butter, stir in flour and add milk; stir until thick and bubbly. Add cheese and blend until melted. Add to soup. Season with salt and pepper and serve. Makes 6 servings. Enjoy!