•INGREDIENTS:
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 1 large chopped onion
– 2 pods d’ail chopped
– 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
– 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
– 3 cups chopped broccoli florets
– 2 large carrots, peeled and diced
– 1 cup thick cream
– 2 cups grated cheddar cheese– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1/2 teaspoon paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
– Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
•INSTRUCTIONS:
Jumping the’onion and the’ail :– In a large saucepan or casserole, melt butter over medium heat.– Add the chopped’on and brown until’il becomes tender and translucent, about 5 minutes.– Add chopped’ail and cook for another 1 minute, until’il is scented.2. Add the vegetables :– Add the diced potatoes, chopped broccoli and diced carrots to the pan.– Pour the chicken or vegetable broth and mix.3. Simmer the soup :– Bring soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.4. Add cream and cheese :– Stir in thick cream and grated cheddar until’ cheese is completely melted and soup is creamy.– Add paprika, dried thyme and dried basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.ADVERTISING5. Mix (optional) :– For a smoother texture, you can use an immersion blender to mix some of the soup until’ to get the desired consistency. If you prefer a thicker soup, skip this step.6. Serve :– Pour soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.Savor your hearty and creamy broccoli and potato cheese soup !
