BROCCOLI/MUSHROOM CHOWDER

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I found this orphaned recipe and made it tonight. I made some changes and claimed it as my own! I made quite a few changes to the original recipe and the family raved!

Provided by TERRI OPGENORTH

Categories     Cream Soups

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lb broccoli, fresh
8 oz mushrooms
1 c butter
1 c flour
4 c chicken broth
4 c half and half
1 tsp salt, optional
1/4 tsp white pepper
1 tsp tarragon, crushed
a few pinch garlic
1-2 c cooked chicken (opt)
crumbled bacon (opt)
shredded cheese (opt)
1 small onion--chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Clean and cut broccoli into 1/2 inch pieces.
  • 2. Steam in 1/2 cup water until tender/crisp (can also microwave them for 3 to 4 minutes) do not drain; Set aside.
  • 3. Clean and slice mushrooms.
  • 4. In a large pan over medium heat, melt butter; saute onions and mushrooms for a minute or two; add flour to make a roux.
  • 5. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 4 minutes; do not let brown.
  • 6. Stir in chicken broth; bring just to a boil.
  • 7. Turn heat to low; add broccoli, chicken, half-and-half and seasonings. You can use an immersion blender at this point to incorporate ingredients a bit.
  • 8. Heat through but do not boil. Test for seasonings. Garnish with crumbled bacon and cheese if desired.

Carolee Burrows
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This chowder is a winner!


Yedidya Telahun
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This chowder is packed with flavor.


Brandon clough
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This chowder is so easy to make.


ann wolfe
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food.


Laggoune Halim
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I highly recommend this recipe.


Shohal Khan
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This chowder is a must-try for any broccoli lover.


Sk.Shakil islam sv
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I will definitely be making this chowder again.


Christiana Baah
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This was a great recipe. I followed it exactly and it turned out perfect.


william tyndall
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This chowder is so creamy and flavorful. I love the combination of broccoli and mushrooms.


Felicity Warren
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I added some extra vegetables to this chowder, such as carrots and celery, and it was even better. I also used a blend of fresh and dried herbs, which gave it a really nice flavor.


Mari Carmen Gonzalez
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This was my first time making chowder and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the chowder was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Orji Amaobi
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This chowder is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's hearty, filling, and so flavorful. I highly recommend it!


Cleo Averitte
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I was pleasantly surprised by how good this chowder was. I'm not usually a fan of broccoli, but it was cooked perfectly in this dish and the combination of flavors was amazing.


Latifur Rahman
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I've made this chowder several times now and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Jazmine Melendez
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This chowder was a hit with my family! It was creamy, flavorful, and packed with veggies. I especially loved the addition of mushrooms, which gave it a nice umami flavor.