Broccoli Cheese Soup For 2 Recipe

Ingredients

1/4 cup chopped sweet onion1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 cup chicken broth2 cups fresh broccoli florets1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon1/8 teaspoon dried thymeDash pepper3/4 cup 2% milk2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Preparation

In a large nonstick saucepan coated with cooking spray, saute onion and garlic until tender. Stir in flour until blended; cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until slightly thickened.

Add the broccoli, tarragon, thyme and pepper; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until broccoli is tender. Add milk; cook, uncovered, 5 minutes longer. Remove from the heat; cool slightly.

In a blender, process soup until smooth. Return to pan and heat through (do not boil). Stir in 1/2 cup of cheese until melted. Sprinkle servings with remaining cheese.