Broccoli Cheddar Soup

• Vegetarian
• Gluten free

• Produce

  • 1 large head Broccoli
  • 1 cup Great northern or cannellini beans, canned no-salt-added
  • 1 Onion, medium

• Canned Goods

  • 3 cups Chicken or vegetable broth, no-salt-added

• Condiments

  • 1 tsp Mustard, powdered

• Baking & Spices

  • 1/2 tsp Salt

• Oils & Vinegars

  • 2 tbsp Olive oil

• Dairy

  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese, sharp
  • 1/2 cup Milk, low-fat 1 percent

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Description

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 large head broccoli, florets and tender part of stems, chopped (about 6 cups)
• 3 cups no-salt-added chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup canned, no-salt-added Great Northern or cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup low-fat (1 percent) milk
• 1 cup shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese (3 ounces)
• 1 teaspoon powdered mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more as needed

Directions

• Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, stir in the onion and cook for about 4 minutes, until tender but not browned. Add the broccoli, broth and beans; increase the heat to high and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Let the soup cool for 15 minutes, then puree it in a blender in three batches, until smooth. Wipe out the saucepan as needed. Return the blended soup to the saucepan over medium heat. Once the soup is bubbling at the edges, reduce the heat to low. Stir in the milk, 3/4 cup of the cheese, the powdered mustard and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Cook until just warmed through. Taste and add more salt as needed. Divide among individual bowls or deep mugs, and garnish with portions using the remaining 1/4 cup of cheese. Serve hot.

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