Ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 small clove, chopped fine
  • 3 Tbsp. flour
  • 2 (13 3/4 oz.) cans chicken broth
  • 1 medium head broccoli
  • 1/4 tsp. ground pepper
  • 1 c. heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 c. shredded Swiss cheese
  • 1 small onion, chopped fine
  • 1/2 c. water
  • 1/4 tsp. leaf thyme, crumbled
  • 1 egg yolk

Method

  • Melt butter in large saucepan.
  • Add onion and garlic; saute until tender.
  • Sprinkle flour over and cook, stirring constantly to make thickening.
  • Gradually add broth and water, stirring constantly.
  • Bring to boil, stirring frequently.
  • Add broccoli, thyme, and pepper.
  • Cover and simmer until broccoli is tender. Stir together cream and egg yolk.
  • Stir a little soup into cream mixture until warm.
  • Add to saucepan, stirring constantly.
  • Add cheese; stir until smooth and blended.
  • Do not let boil.
  • Serves 6.