Warm bowl of soup

Before Josh got home from Arizona, I decided to make him a pot of broccoli cheese soup since he was coming home to cooler temps.  I served the soup with a piece of warm bread, which we used to soak up the soup.  I hope this soup warms you up too.



Broccoli Cheese Soup

Ingredients

• 2 cups sliced fresh carrots
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup sliced celery
• 1-1/2 cups chopped onion
• 1/2 cup butter
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed chicken broth, undiluted
• 4 cups whole milk
• 1/2 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed

Directions

• In a large saucepan, bring 2 quarts water to a boil. Add carrots, broccoli and celery; cover and boil for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
• In the same saucepan, saute onion in butter. Add flour and stir to make smooth paste. Gradually add chicken broth and milk. Cook until mixture thickens, about 8-10 minutes. Add vegetables; heat until tender. Add cheese; heat until cheese is melted.

I think we are going to have hamburgers on the grill tomorrow but I am still looking for a yummy recipe to try.  When I find one, I will definitely share it with you.  Plus, I think I am going to make something sweet tomorrow after work too.  I guess I better get busy looking for 2 recipes.  See you tomorrow.

Kelly