Broccoli Cheese Soup

• (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth or (14 1/2 ounce) cans vegetable broth↗3
• cups broccoli florets (about 1 1/2 pounds)↗9
• small onion, coarsely chopped↗1
• garlic cloves, finely chopped↗2
• cups dry carnation instant nonfat dry milk powder↗1 1⁄2
• cup water↗1⁄2
• cup all-purpose flour↗1⁄4
• teaspoon salt↗1⁄4
• teaspoon ground black pepper↗1⁄4
• cup cheddar cheese, shredded (4 ounces)↗1

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Boil broth in large saucepan.

2. 2

   Add broccoli, onion and garlic.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low.

4. 4

   Cover; cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until broccoli is tender.

5. 5

   Remove from heat; cool slightly.

6. 6

   Transfer half of vegetable-broth mixture to blender or food processor in batches; cover.

7. 7

   Blend until desired consistency.

8. 8

   Return to remaining mixture in saucepan.

9. 9

   Combine dry milk, water and flour in medium bowl; mix well.

10. 10

    Stir into soup; add salt and pepper.

11. 11

    Add cheddar cheese and stir over low heat until melted.

12. 12

    Heat to serving temperature and serve.

13. 13

    Prepare as above.

14. 14

    Cool soup completely.

15. 15

    Place in airtight container; freeze for up to 2 months.

16. 16

    Thaw overnight in refrigerator.

17. 17

    Heat in medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes or until heated through.