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Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Soup with Smoked Ham
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Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Small Saucepan
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup diced smoked ham
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Place the broccoli florets, diced smoked ham, diced onion, minced garlic, chicken broth, salt, and black pepper into the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
  • Cover and cook on low for 5 hours until the broccoli is tender.
  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
  • Slowly whisk the milk into the roux and continue stirring until the mixture thickens slightly, about 2 minutes.
  • Pour the milk mixture into the slow cooker and stir well to combine.
  • Add the shredded cheddar cheese a handful at a time, stirring until fully melted and the soup is smooth.

Notes

Stir the cheese in gradually off the heat if your slow cooker runs hot to avoid grainy texture. The smoked ham already adds salt, so taste before adding more at the end. Leftovers reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk to loosen the consistency.
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Slow Cooker, Small Saucepan, Whisk