Recipe: Broccoli Cheese and Potato Soup

Soups have been a comfort food for me since the weather has started to get all rainy and chilly. Soups have also been one of those foods that I can eat and eat and eat and never get tired of while pregnant. I thought I would share this recipe of a Broccoli, Cheese, and Potato Soup. It is absolutely delicious! 

The Ingredients:

• 1/3 cup chopped onion
• 1/3 cup chopped celery
• 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
• 1/4 cup flour
• 4 cups diced peeled potatoes
• 2 1/2 cups chopped broccoli, steamed until crisp tender
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups skim milk
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 dash paprika
• salt
• minced fresh parsley, optional

The Directions:

1. In a large saucepan, saute onion and celery in butter over medium heat until tender.
2. Add flour, pepper, salt, and paprika and stir until smooth.
3. Add broth, milk, and potatoes, stirring constantly until it boils and thickens.
4. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
5. Stir in cheese and cooked broccoli and cook over low until cheese is melted and soup is heated through.
6. Sprinkle individual servings with parsley if desired.
   
   
   If you try this, you must let me know how you like it!!