Cheddar Broccoli Soup
Ingredients:
6 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup flour
4 cups chicken broth
1 crown of broccoli chopped about 3 cups
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups milk
2 1/2 cups cheddar cheese
pepper to taste
Instructions:
Step one:
In an InstantPot, set it to saute setting. Melt the butter and sauté the onions until soft/translucent. Stir in the flour to create the roux base. Cook for about 2 min, stirring continuously.
Step three:
Add the chicken broth and chopped broccoli, then simmer for about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Step four:
Stir in the milk and cheddar cheese. Keep the soup hot, but do not let it reach a boil to prevent the cream from separating.
Step five:
If desired to use a sourdough bowl, cut the top off a sourdough loaf, scoop out the inside, and push/smash the interior bread against the sides to create a sturdy barrier for the soup.
Serve:
Ladle the finished soup into the prepared bread bowls and serve. Top with cheddar cheese. Enjoy!
