Broccoli Chowder Soup(Serves 4)

Name: Broccoli Chowder Soup(Serves 4)
Ingredients: 1 lb. broccoli; 3 c. milk; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1/2 c. half and half or milk; 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine; 1 c. shredded Swiss or mild Cheddar cheese (about 4 oz.); 1 1/2 c. chicken broth; 1 c. cubed cooked ham; 1/8 tsp. black pepper

9 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

1 lb. broccoli
3 c. milk
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. half and half or milk
2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
1 c. shredded Swiss or mild Cheddar cheese (about 4 oz.)
1 1/2 c. chicken broth
1 c. cubed cooked ham
1/8 tsp. black pepper

Directions

1

Trim the leaves and coarse stems from the broccoli and cut the stems and florets into bite size pieces.
2

Meanwhile, bring the chicken broth to a boil in a 3-quart saucepan.
3

Add the broccoli and cook, uncovered, for 5 minutes, or until the broccoli is crisp-tender.
4

Using a slotted spoon, remove the broccoli from the saucepan, chop coarsely and set aside.