Last Saturday we were supposed to have dinner with friends. That did not happen because the weathermen lied and claimed that the worst blizzard ever was on its way. The city shut down, people cancelled plans and we got a dusting of snow. With our change in dinner plans, I had to come up with something for dinner. I had all the ingredients for broccoli cheddar soup. Add a loaf of sourdough bread, and dinner is served.
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
4 tbsp melted butter
1/2 medium onion, diced finely
1/4 cup flour
2 cups half-and-half cream
2 cups vegetable stock
3 cups broccoli chopped
1 cup carrots, sliced
1/4 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp dried mustard
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
salt and pepper
Melt the butter and saute the onions until soft. Sprinkle the flour over the mixture. Cook and stir over medium heat for 1-2 minutes. Whisk in the half & half and vegetable stock. Add paprika and mustard. Add the broccoli and carrots. Cook over low heat for 20-25 minutes or until the broccoli and carrots are tender. Add salt and pepper to taste. Return to low heat and add the cheese. Serve with additional cheese and bread. Serves 4
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