Grammy'S Broccoli Soup

Name: Grammy'S Broccoli Soup
Ingredients: 1 bunch broccoli, cut up; 1/2 cup diced celery; 1/2 cup diced carrot; 1 quart water; 2 -4 chicken bouillon cubes; 3 tablespoons butter; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1/4 cup flour; 1 quart milk (2% or whole is best); 4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese

11 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

1 bunch broccoli, cut up
1/2 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced carrot
1 quart water
2 -4 chicken bouillon cubes
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup flour
1 quart milk (2% or whole is best)
4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

1

Combine broccoli, celery, carrots, water, and chicken bouillon in a large soup pot. Boil 20-30 minutes.
2

While vegetables are cooking - In a saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender.
3

Add cornstarch and flour to butter mixture, stirring until browned.
4

Gradually add milk and cook, stirring constantly, until thick. Add shredded cheese and stir until melted.
5

Add the cheese sauce to the broccoli mixture and stir until well combined. Simmer until heated through.