posted by mistyw 12-07-100 12:39 PM
Cheesy Broccoli Soup
2 tbl. butter
1 small onion chopped
3 cups chicken broth
1 bunch of broccoli chopped
3 tbl. butter
4 tbl. cornstarch
2 cups milk
1/2 tsp. salt
1.4 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 cup of cheese
Saute butter and onion, add broth and broccoli. Bring to a boil and simmer 10 minutes; puree. Add salt and peppers. Melt remaining butter, stir in cornstarch and milk. Heat until thick and bubbly. Add to soup with cheese, simmer on low until cheese is melted.
Garlic Croutons: Melt 4 tbl. butter with 1 Tbl. minced garlic. Add 4 slices of bread cut into cubes. Coat well. Bake in 350 oven for 15-20 minutes until crisp.