Broccoli Potato Soup

 

This has always been a family favorite of ours, perfect for this January weather...

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 3 boiled potatoes, cubed
• 2 cups milk
• 3/4 teaspoon minced fresh basil or 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• Sliced mushrooms
• Flour to thicken, approximately 1/4 cup

Directions

• In a large saucepan, sauté broccoli, mushrooms and onion in butter until tender.
• Stir in flour to make a roux, then add milk, basil and pepper; heat through. Add
• cheese; stir until melted. Yield: 4 servings.