Salmon, Sweet Potato, And Broccoli Chowder - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 large onion (chopped, about 2 cups)
3 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
2 cups whole milk (or substitute evaporated milk, or half & half)
1 large sweet potato (peeled and diced, about 1 1/2 cups)
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leave (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme leaves, or 1/4 tsp ground thyme)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb skinless salmon fillet (cut into 1-inch pieces)
1/2 - 3/4 cup broccoli floret
1/4 cup asiago cheese (shredded ~ for garnish ~ can substitute cheddar, if desired)

Preparation

In a large, heavy saucepan, over medium heat, cook the onion in the butter until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the flour and stir until smooth.
Whisk in the broth and milk, then add the sweet potato, bay leaf, thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are just tender, about 8 minutes.
Add the salmon and broccoli and simmer until the salmon is cooked through and the broccoli is tender, about 5 minutes more.
Serves 4-6 ~ garnish with shredded Asiago (or cheddar) cheese, if desired.