INA GARTEN BROCCOLI SOUP RECIPES

Steps:

• Melt butter in a pot over medium heat, then add the onions. Cook the onions for 3 to 4 minutes, then sprinkle the flour over the top. Stir to combine and cook for 1 minute or so, then pour in milk and half-and-half. Add nutmeg, then add broccoli, a small dash of salt, and plenty of black pepper.  Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender. Stir in cheese and allow to melt.  Taste seasonings and adjust if needed. Then either serve as is, or mash it with a potato masher to break up the broccoli a bit, or transfer to a blender in two batches and puree completely. (If you puree it in a blender, return it to the heat and allow to heat up. Splash in chicken broth if needed for thinning.) Enjoy!

Steps:

• In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion and celery and cook until soft, 5 minutes. Whisk in flour and let cook 1 minute. Slowly add chicken broth and season with salt and pepper. Stir in broccoli and carrots. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low. Let simmer until vegetables are tender, 20 minutes. Slowly add milk and bring to a simmer, then stir in cheddar. Season with salt and pepper and top with more cheddar. Serve with baguette.