Ingredients
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1/3 cup chopped onion
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1/3 cup chopped celery
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2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
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1/4 cup flour
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4 cups diced peeled potatoes
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2 1/2 cups chopped broccoli, steamed until crisp tender
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3 cups chicken broth
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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2 cups skim milk
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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1 dash paprika
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salt
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minced fresh parsley, if desired
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, saute onion and celery in butter over medium heat until tender.
- Add flour, pepper, salt, and paprika and stir until smooth.
- Add broth, milk, and potatoes, stirring constantly until it boils and thickens.
- Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in cheese and cooked broccoli and cook over low until cheese is melted and soup is heated through.
- Sprinkle individual servings with parsley if desired.