Rainy Day Cheese and Broccoli Chowder
It's raining again today. The sun is peeking through the clouds and there's a rainbow in the East, but it's still raining - and very chilly. It's the perfect day to go back inside and cook something warm and delicious. Here's one of my favorite soup recipes to share with you! I hope you love it - I do. :)
Cheese and Broccoli Chowder
Ingredients
2 C Water
1 C Celery, chopped
1 C Carrots, chopped
1/2 C Onion, chopped
1 lb Fresh Broccoli, washed and chopped
Cheese Sauce
1/2 C Butter or Margaine
1/2 C Flour
Salt and pepper to taste
4 C Milk
Hot sauce to taste, if desired
4 Cups Grated Cheddar Cheese, 2 Cups Ham, cut in 1/2-inch cube. The ham is optional.
You could also use bacon or simpley leave out the meat altogether.
Directions
In a large saucepan, combine water, celery, carrots and onion. Bring to boil; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for about 5 minutes or until tender/crisp. Add broccoli; cook about 4-5 minutes. (To keep broccoli bright green, leave the cover slightly ajar.) Do not drain vegetables.
To make sauce, melt butter in large saucepan; blend in flour, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stir in milk; cook until mixture thickens. Add a few drops of hot sauce. Stir in the cheese and cook until melted; add the ham cubes. Combine cheese mixture with un-drained vegetables. Stir.
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