Beautiful broccoli florets combine with fresh additions of cream and cheddar cheese to create this decadent classic. Perfect for a lovely luncheon or delicious supper.

Ingredients: Rice, Potato, Broccoli, Carrot, Onion, Yellow Bell Pepper, Cardamom, Bay Leaf

Nutrition: No added salt or artificial anything, Certified Gluten Free

What you need: 

• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth (32 oz.)
• 1 cup heavy cream or half & half (8 oz.)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (4 oz.)
• optional vegetable additions: 2 cups chopped, fresh or frozen broccoli or cauliflower, or 5 oz. package fresh baby spinach plus 1 cup broth, as needed.)

Cooking instructions: 

• In a 3 or 4-quart pot, bring broth to a boil. Reduce heat. Stir in soup mix and optional vegetable additions plus 1 cup broth as needed.
• Return to a simmer, cover and cook for 30 minutes.
• Remove from heat. Stir in cream and cheese. Return to stovetop, cover and cook on low for 10 minutes.
• For thicker soup use a hand immersion blender to puree the soup, or gently mash the vegetables with a fork, stir well and serve.