Name: Creamy Broccoli Cheese Soup
Cook time: 20 min
Ingredients: 2 cup butternut squash, steamed until soft; 3/4 cup beef broth; 2 teaspoon margarine; 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1 cup milk; 3 ounce sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, freshly grated; 2 cup broccoli florets, steamed, chopped

Creamy Broccoli Cheese Soup

Don't you just love a good recipe for a warm, creamy broccoli cheese soup? This one is so easy and so delicious, you'll wonder why you didn't start making it on a regular basis years ago. No time like the present!

Cooking Time20 min

Ingredients

2 cups butternut squash, steamed until soft
3/4 cup beef broth
2 teaspoons margarine
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
3 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
2 cups broccoli florets, steamed, chopped

Instructions

In blender or food processor, add cooked squash and broth, purée until smooth and set aside.
Meanwhile, in large nonstick saucepan, melt margarine over medium-high heat.
Add onion and cook, stirring constantly, until soft, 4-5 minutes.
Sprinkle with flour, cook 1 minute more.
Gradually add squash mixture and milk, cook, stirring gently, until just below boiling.
Add cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, whisk until fully melted.
Stir in broccoli, serve immediately.