Broccoli & Cheddar Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups chicken stock (or 4 cups water plus 1 bouillon cube)
2 cups grated reduced-fat cheddar cheese
3 cups steamed broccoli florets, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)

Preparation

Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
Add the onion, and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes.
Add the flour and cook until golden, 1 to 2 minutes more.
Stir in the cheese and stock, and simmer until thickened, 5 to 10 minutes.
Stir in the broccoli and cook until heated through.
Season with salt, pepper, and paprika, if desired.