Broccoli with cheese soup

6 steps · 45 min total

1. 01

   Sauté vegetables

   Add onions and carrots to the melted butter and sauté for 5 to 6 minutes over medium heat, until the vegetables are tender.
2. 02

   Add broth, bring to boil

   Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
3. 03

   Cook broccoli

   Add the broccoli and cook, covered, for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the florets are tender when pierced with a fork. Use a spoon to break the cooked broccoli into smaller pieces directly in the pot.

   Reduce the heat to low and pour in the remaining 1 cup of chicken broth.

4. 04

   Whisk flour and milk

   In a small bowl, whisk the 2 tablespoons of flour with the 1 cup of milk until the mixture is completely smooth, with no lumps. Pour this slurry into the pot, stirring constantly.
5. 05

   Season and thicken

   Add the garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Continue cooking for about 5 to 6 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the soup begins to thicken.
6. 06

   Melt in cheese

   Add the feta and Swiss cheese, a handful at a time, stirring constantly over low heat. Continue stirring for about 10 minutes, until the cheese has fully melted and the soup is smooth and creamy.

   If the soup gets too thick, you can thin it with a bit more chicken stock. Just be careful not to let the soup boil once the cheese is in.