Ingredients

  • 6 c. chicken stock
  • 1 c. diced onion
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. white pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
  • 2 1/2 c. fresh broccoli, cut up or 16 oz. bag frozen broccoli
  • 1 stick butter
  • 1 c. all purpose flour
  • 2 c. milk (or 1 c. milk and 1 c. cream)
  • shredded cheddar cheese

Method

  • Bring chicken stock, onion and seasonings to boil in large pot.
  • Add broccoli, reduce heat to simmer and cook until soft, about 8 minutes.
  • In separate pan, melt butter and add flour. Whisk with wire whisk for a few minutes over medium high heat until smooth.
  • Slowly add milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
  • Stir with wooden paddle as you slowly add broccoli to roux.
  • Whisk vigorously until soup begins to thicken.
  • Remove from heat and adjust seasonings.
  • Garnish with grated cheddar cheese.