
BROCCOLI & CHEESE SOUP



INGREDIENTS
- 1 tablespoon pure vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup minced onion
- 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 10 ounce package frozen chopped broccoli thawed
- 1 32 ounce container chicken broth
- 1/2 32 ounce loaf Super Cheezy processed cheese spread cubed
- 1 cup fancy shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1/3 cup corn starch
- 1/2 cup water
- - restaurant style cheese & garlic croutons optional
DIRECTIONS
In large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until softened (about 3-5 minutes). Add broccoli; sauté 2-3 minutes.
Add broth; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; simmer until broccoli is heated through (about 10 minutes), stirring occasionally. Add cheeses and milk; cook until melted; stirring frequently.
Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine corn starch and water until dissolved. Add to soup; simmer until soup thickens (about 5 minutes); stirring frequently. Serve with croutons, if desired.