Broccoli Cheese Chowder

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There aren't that many recipes posted for broccoli cheese soup, and being one of my favourite comfort soups, i thought i would share mine. i like to sprinkle red pepper and put a small swirl of cream on top when i serve it.

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Steps

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Remove florets from broccoli head.

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Cook florets in 4 cups water for 4 minutes , drain the florets , reserving the cooking water.

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Set florets aside for later.

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Chop broccoli stalk into small cubes.

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Melt butter in a large heavy saucepan.

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Add potatoes , onions and broccoli stalk , and saute for 10 minutes or until onion is soft.

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Add cumin and flour and cook for 1 minute , stirring constantly.

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Add 3 cups of the reserved floret cooking water and the bouillon cubes , and simmer for 20 minutes , stirring occasionally until broccoli stalks are tender.

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Stir in cream and cheese.

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Season with salt and pepper.

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Puree the soup in a blender until smooth.

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Add the florets to the blender and pulse once ,.

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Taste and season again if necessary.

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Heat through before serving.

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Ingredients

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head broccoli, potato, onion, butter, chicken bouillon cubes, cumin, flour, half-and-half, sharp cheddar cheese, salt and pepper