Broccoli Leek Cheese Soup
By: Kyle Dalakas
Published: Wednesday, February 1, 2017 - 6:02pm

Ingredients




3 large Broccoli Crowns
1 Leek, stalk only
4 Tbsp. Butter
1/4 Cup All Purpose Flour
2- 49 1/2 Oz. Cans Low Sodium Chicken Broth
1 Cup Milk (I used 2% but you can use any)
1 Tbsp. Rosemary
1 Tbsp. Dried Oregano
2 Tsp. Black Pepper
1 Tsp. Garlic Powder
1  1/2 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Preparation

1 Wash broccoli and cut crosswise into 1/2″ wide stalks then cut crosswise into 1″ pieces.  Wash leek and cut in half; cut crosswise into 1″ pieces 2 Place broccoli and leek into a large skillet.  Add one inch of water and bring to a boil over medium high heat.  Cover and let cook until tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.  Do not drain. 3 In a large stock pot over medium high heat, melt the butter.  Whisk in the flour and stir until mixture is smooth and bubbly. 4 Turn heat to medium and pour in chicken broth.  Bring to a boil, whisking constantly. 5 Boil and stir for one minute.  Add broccoli and leek,  rosemary, oregano, pepper and garlic powder. 6 Turn heat to low and let simmer for 20 to 30 minutes.  Stir in milk and cheese and let simmer for 5 to 10 minutes more; do not boil. 7 10 to 12 servings, about one cup each

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