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Ingredients
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3 cups water
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2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
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2 bunches broccoli, chopped
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½ onion, minced
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2 cups milk
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½ cup margarine
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5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
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1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Directions
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Bring water and chicken bouillon granules to a boil in a pot. Add broccoli and onion; cook at a boil until tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
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Combine milk, margarine, flour, and cream cheese in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir until the margarine melts and the mixture begins to thicken, about 5 minutes.
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Stir Cheddar cheese into the milk mixture; cook and stir until the Cheddar melts completely.
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Pour the broccoli mixture into the cheese mixture in the large pot; stir well.
Cook's Note:
If you desire a thicker soup, add 1/2 cup milk with 1 tablespoon cornstarch to soup.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
669 | Calories |
54g | Fat |
28g | Carbs |
21g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 669 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 54g | 70% |
Saturated Fat 24g | 119% |
Cholesterol 101mg | 34% |
Sodium 759mg | 33% |
Total Carbohydrate 28g | 10% |
Dietary Fiber 5g | 16% |
Total Sugars 10g | |
Protein 21g | 42% |
Vitamin C 136mg | 151% |
Calcium 484mg | 37% |
Iron 3mg | 14% |
Potassium 817mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.