Curried Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Name: Curried Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: South Asia — Muslim traditions
Ingredients: 2 tbsp butter; 7 oz diced onions; 2 tsp garlic; 1 bell pepper; 4 oz carrots; 3 oz fresh gingerroot; 1 tsp cayenne pepper; 1 tbsp curry powder; 3 cup water; 1.5 tsp salt; pepper; 1 lb frozen broccoli; 0.5 cup half-and-half; 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese

A South Asian soup of broccoli, sharp cheddar cheese and bell pepper, seasoned with cayenne and curry powder and simmered on the stove.

30 min · Serves 4 · Medium

Method

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Time: Prep 15 min · Cook 15 min · 30 min total
Difficulty: medium

1
Saute onions, garlic, pepper, carrots, ginger, cayenne pepper and curry powder in butter over medium heat for 2-5 minutes. Add water and broccoli. Season to taste. Simmer 10-15 minutes. Don't simmer too long or broccoli will lose its color.
2
Using a slotted spoon, transfer vegetables to the bowl of a food processor, leaving the cooking liquid in the pan. Process until smooth and then return to the cooking liquid.
3
Stir in cream and cheese. Heat over medium fire until cheese is melted.