Broccoli Cheese Chowder Soup

Name: Broccoli Cheese Chowder Soup
Ingredients: 2 heads broccoli (about 1 pound); 1 medium onion, chopped; 3/4 cup butter; 1/2 cup flour; 4 cups milk; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated

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Ingredients

2 heads broccoli (about 1 pound)
1 medium onion, chopped
3/4 cup butter
1/2 cup flour
4 cups milk
1 cup chicken broth
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated

Directions

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Chop broccoli florets and stalk into bite size pieces. Cook broccoli just until tender. Do not overcook. Drain and set aside. Sautee chopped onion in the 1/4 cup butter until tender; set aside. In a large saucepan or soup pot prepare a white sauce; melt the 1/2 cup butter over medium heat, then stir in flour until well blended. Gradually stir in milk, chicken broth, and salt. Stir constantly until mixture reaches a boil. Cook 1 to 2 minutes until thickened. Add broccoli and onion. Stir in cheese. Cook briefly over medium heat. Avoid bringing to a boil. Stir in pepper and nutmeg. Serve immediately or keep warm over low heat.