Cheese and Trees Soup (Broccoli & Cheese)

4 servings
Preparation time: 15 min
Cooking time: 25 min

1 Tbsp butter or margarine
1 C chopped onion
1 1/3 lbs (4 medium) potatoes cut into ¾ inch cubes
2 ½ C water
2 chicken or vegetable bouillon cubes
1 pkg (10 oz) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained
1 ½ C shredded Cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste

In 2 to 3-quart saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion; sauté 5 minutes. Add potatoes, water and bullion cubes. Bring to boil, reduce heat, cover and cook until potatoes are just tender, about 15 minutes. Remove 1 cup of potato cubes with slotted spoon; set aside. Pour contents of saucepan into container of electric blender. Holding lid down tightly, blend until smooth; return to saucepan. Mix in reserve potatoes and the broccoli. Over medium-low heat, gradually add cheese, stirring until heated through and cheese is completely melted. Season with salt and pepper


Awesome!! Family Favorite. Mary