Broccoli, Ham, and Cheese Soup

Submitted by PalatablePastime

"A great way to use up extra bits of ham from other meals. Really tasty with some crusty french bread."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 2 lbs fresh broccoli, roughly chopped
• 6 cups chicken stock
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup chopped cooked ham
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper
• 2 cups half-and-half
• 1⁄2 lb swiss cheese, grated
• 1⁄4 cup butter, cut small

directions

1. Bring chicken stock to a boil in soup pot.
2. Add chopped broccoli and cook for 6-7 minutes or until broccoli is just tender.
3. Add milk, ham, salt, and pepper to the pot.
4. Bring soup to a boil, then add half-and-half, grated swiss, and pieces of butter to the pot.
5. Stir soup until cheese is melted and heated through.
6. Serve hot.

Reviews

[stephvaughn77]

I have no idea why this recipe was listed at 5 stars. It was boring, flat, and lifeless. The kids hated it and my daughter usually LOVES broccoli cheese soup. I thought it was edible at least. It was really missing something. I won't make it again.

 

[ChangoMalo]

I used Gruyere and Swiss cheese and added a few shakes of Trader Joes 21 seasoning salute. Everyone loved it. Edited to add, I made this again with asparagus and it's still awesome,