*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                            Chicken Divan Soup

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:30
Categories    : Soups

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      tablespoon    oil
   2      large         leeks -- washed,chopped
   2      tablespoons   flour
   2      cans          chicken broth
   5      cups          broccoli -- cut up, fresh
   1      cup           heavy cream
   1 1/2  cups          cheddar cheese, shredded
   1 1/2  cups          chicken, cooked -- cut up
     1/4  teaspoon      white pepper

In a large soup kettle or Dutch oven, heat oil until hot. Add leeks and cook over medium heat,
 stirring occasionally, until limp, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute.
  Stir in broth and heat to boiling, stirring until thickened.  Add broccoli and cook 5 to 7 minutes,
 until tender.  Stir in cream and cheese.  Reduce heat to medium-low and cook 1 to 2 minutes,
 stirring often, until cheese is melted.  Add chicken and season with white pepper.
 Simmer 1 minute to heat through.

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