Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Warm up with this savory classic that uses Prairie Farms Half & Half to create a perfectly smooth and flavorful soup.
Servings 0
Ingredients:
- ¼ cup Prairie Farms Butter
- 1 Yellow Onion diced
- 4 Minced Garlic Cloves
- 4 cups Broccoli Florets
- 1 Large Carrot peeled and sliced
- 3 cups Chicken Broth
- 2 cup Prairie Farms Half and Half
- 1 tsp Kosher Salt
- ½ tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Ground Paprika
- 2 Bay Leaves
- ¼ cup Cornstarch
- ¼ cup Water or Chicken Broth
- 2½ cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar
Directions:
- Add a large pot to the stove over medium heat. Add butter, onion, and minced garlic. Saute until translucent, about 6 minutes. Add broccoli, carrot, chicken broth, half and half, salt, black pepper, ground paprika, and bay leaves. Stir and bring to a boil. Simmer uncovered until vegetables have softened, about 10 minutes.
- In a small bowl, stir together cornstarch and remaining chicken broth to create a slurry; stir into soup. Bring soup to a boil, stirring occasionally. Cook and stir until thickened. Remove bay leaves. Stir in cheese. Serve and enjoy!
