Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Chaucer Products Used:

Broccoli

Ingredients

60g Butter
40g Chopped Onion
30g Flour
60g Chaucer Freeze-Dried Broccoli
240g Half-and-half cream
240g Low-sodium chicken stock or broth
8oz Broccoli, chopped into bite size pieces
120g Carrot, julienned
10g Nutmeg
8oz Grated sharp cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Method

Step 1
Melt the butter and sautee the onions in the butter until soft. Sprinkle the flour over the mixture. Cook and stir over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
Step 2
Whisk in the freeze-dried broccoli, half & half, and chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium.
Step 3
Add the broccoli and carrots. Cook over medium-low heat for 20-25 minutes or until the broccoli and carrots are tender.
Step 4
Add salt and pepper. Return to low heat and add the cheese. Stir in the nutmeg.

Other Ingredient Suggestions

This recipe can be elevated with some Chaucer Spinach or Kale, and Chaucer Onion may be used instead of fresh for convenience.

Benefits of Using Chaucer Products

Rehydrate & infuse quickly
No artificial colours or additives
No fuss no mess
Less waste
No knives required
Small quantities - big impact - low density therefore low inclusion %
Long shelf life at ambient temperature
No preservatives
Healthy additions

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