Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 2 Tbs butter
  • 1 large onion (chopped)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup butter ((melted) not a typo - you need 2 amounts of butter)
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 4 cups half & half
  • 4 cups chicken stock (or vegetable (to be vegetarian))
  • 1 lb broccoli (stems included)
  • Salt and pepper
  • 12 oz cheddar cheese (freshly grated )

Instruction

  • In a large saucepan, heat the butter until melted, then cook the onions until softened.
  • Add the garlic, and cook 30 seconds more, then remove onions/garlic and set aside.
  • Add the second amount of butter to the saucepan, melt, then blend the flour in with a whisk.
  • Whisk in the half & half, then add the chicken stock.
  • Simmer (do not boil) until thickened.
  • Add the broccoli, cooked onions/garlic, and simmer over low heat until the broccoli is tender, but still bright green.
  • Season to taste.
  • Remove from heat and puree all or half (if you like it chunky) in a blender.
  • Return to heat, and stir in the cheddar.
  • Serve, with extra cheese on the top.
  • Then, get a second bowl after you ate the first.