Slow Cooker Cheesy Broccoli Soup
(from Lucianolinda’s recipe box)
Source: Taste of Home magazine
Serves 6 peopleCategories: Soup
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups finely chopped fresh broccoli
- 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (12 oz.) evaporated milk
- 1/2 tsp. pepper
- 1 pkg. (8oz.) process cheese (Velveeta),
- cubed
- 1 1/2 cups (6 oz.) shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan Cheese
- Additional shredded extra-sharp cheddar
- cheese for garnish
Directions
- In a small skillet, beat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until tender. Transfer to a 3-or-4 quart slow cooker. Add broccoli, broth, milk and pepper.
- Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until broccoli is tender. Stir in process cheese until melted. Add shredded cheeses; stir until melted. Just before serving, stir soup to combine. Top servings with additional cheddar cheese.