I made this recipe a couple of months ago, having gotten it from the newsletter for my CSA, Abundant Harvest Organics. We thought it was a great recipe and I am putting it on my blog to keep it bookmarked for future eating (and so I can now throw away the recipe card)!
Broccoli, Cheese & Potato Soup
Ingredients
- 2-1/2 cups Broccoli, chopped & steamed until crisp tender
- 1/3 cup Onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup Flour
- 4 cups Potatoes, diced & peeled
- 3 cups Chicken Broth
- 2 cups Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 2 cups Milk
- 1/4 tsp. Pepper
- 1/2 tsp. Salt (or to taste)
- Dash Paprika (or to taste)
Preparation
- In large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender.
- Add flour, pepper, salt, and paprika and stir until smooth.
- Add broth, milk, and potatoes, stirring constantly until it boils and thickens.
- Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in cheese and cooked broccoli and cook over low until cheese is melted and soup heated through.
- Some crispy croutons may be added as a garnish as well as some chopped parsley or cilantro for a kick.
About jenny
Jennifer Smith Greene is originally from and lives currently in Burbank, California with her husband Gavin Greene.
Jenny completed her undergraduate degree from Woodbury University in Graphic Design. She has worked as a graphics & web designer, both as an in-house and freelance designer. She also has completed a Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree from Princeton Theological Seminary. She has worked as a hospital chaplain and in support roles in various churches.
In her spare time, Jenny enjoys watercolor painting. She has taken classes and workshops under Joseph Stoddard, Tom Fong, Danny Gregory and Jane Friend.
Additionally, Jenny is active in the community and volunteers her time on the Board of Family Promise of East San Fernando Valley, a social service nonprofit dedicated to helping homeless children and their families by providing shelter and support services to help the families find jobs and housing.
Jenny enjoys reading (and highly recommends the site Goodreads), watching movies, playing softball and tennis and taking walks with her husband.
Otherwise, Jenny is always curious to find out about those people who come to her site and would love to hear from you!
