Saturday, January 24, 2009

Barbara's Cheesy Broccoli Chowder

1 T. butter

1 med. onion, chopped

2 cans chicken broth

3 cups cubed potatoes

1 (10 0z) pkg. frozen chopped broccoli or 2 c. fresh broccoli

1 lb. velveeta, cubed

2 c. half and half cream

salt & pepper

Melt butter in Dutch oven and add onions, cook until transparent. Add potatoes, broth and salt and pepper. Cook until potaoes are almost tender. Add broccoli. Cook about 10 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat and add cheese. Stir until cheese is melted. Add cream. Add more salt if needed. Keep warm on low. Serve with french bread.

*This is my mother-in-law's recipe for her yummy broccoli soup! Enjoy!!!

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