BROCCOLI SOUP WITH BLUE CHEESE

A very simple, easy and delicious Broccoli Soup with Blue Cheese recipe. So addictive, you won’t stop eating it!

Ingredients

- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

- 1 small onion, chopped

- 1 1/2 pounds broccoli florets

- 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth

- 1/2 cup crumbled gorgonzola cheese, divided

- 1/2 teaspoon salt

- 1/2 teaspoon pepper

- 3/4 cup half-and-half

- 1/2 cup croutons

Instructions

1. Melt butter in a medium pot over high heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Add broccoli and broth and cook, covered, until florets are tender, about 7 minutes.

2. Spoon out 1 cup small florets and reserve. Add 1/4 cup cheese, the salt, pepper, and half-and-half to pot. Working in batches, purée soup in a blender until very smooth, about 2 minutes per batch.

3. Divide mixture among 4 bowls. Garnish each with reserved florets, a sprinkle of remaining 1/4 cup cheese, and a few croutons.