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One of my favorite things when I'm cooking is my immersion blender. I used it again today to make my broccoli cheddar soup.  It is so nice to be able to puree your soup without having to dirty the blender or another container. My blender has different attachments that it came with including a little food processor. I used that to make my own bread crumbs from my homemade bread. If you make a lot of soup or do a lot of blending you should check out immersion blenders. They are awesome and one of my favorite things.

This is not the exact one I have but it is similar. Check it out.

This is a delicious recipe my kids love. A great way to enjoy veggies too!

2 tsp olive oil
1/2 onion, chopped
2 Yukon gold potatoes, pealed and diced in 1/2 inch pieces
2 small broccoli crowns, chopped (about 3 or 4 cups)
4 cups chicken stock
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Saute onions in olive oil until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Add potatoes, broccoli, and stock. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 12-15 minutes. Puree the mixture in a blender or use an immersion blender and do it right in the pot.  Stir in the cheese.

Tips:
If the soup is thick you can thin it out a little with chicken stock, vegetable stock, or milk/cream
Use vegetable stock for a vegetarian version.