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Welcome to Luggage & Ladle For years, this blog was simply a place to collect and share favorite recipes. What started as a personal recipe archive gradually became something more. As my husband Blake and I traveled, I realized many of our adventures had one thing in common: food. We plan our travels around where to eat. Long before we book a hotel or decide which attractions to visit, we're researching local specialties, hidden gems, neighborhood restaurants, bakeries, markets, and can't-miss meals. Some of our favorite travel memories aren't landmarks or attractions. They're meals shared around a table. Many of the recipes you'll find here have a story behind them. Some are family favorites. Others were inspired by memorable meals we discovered while traveling and couldn't wait to recreate at home. That's how Luggage & Ladle was born. Luggage & Ladle is where food and travel come together. Here you'll find favorite recipes, restaurant disco...
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Cheddar Cheese Soup with Zucchini, Broccoli and Carrots

It's been forever since I've blogged.... Life just gets too crazy sometimes.  Like now!

Lately I've been on a huge soup kick.  Seems to be all I think about... well that and risotto!  So I haven't actaully made this soup yet but it's on the grocery list for this week.  I'm sure it's going to turn out great!!

Cheddar Cheese Soup with Zucchini, Broccoli, and Carrots


2 Tablespoons butter

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 medium zucchini, grated

1 carrot, peeled and grated

1/2 onion, grated

1 head broccoli, chopped into mini florets

3 cups chicken broth

2 Tablespoons butter

1/4 cup flour

2 cups milk

2 cups grated cheddar cheese



In large saucepot, melt butter. Add garlic, zucchini, carrots, and onion. Saute until veggies are tender. Stir in broccoli and broth. Simmer until broccoli is tender. Meanwhile, melt butter in large pot. Whisk in flour and cook for a minute or two. Whisk in milk until smooth. Simmer until thickened. Whisk in cheddar cheese. Incorporate vegetable mixture into cheese sauce, whisking until smooth. Serve immediately.
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  1. TammiNovember 14, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    I finally made it and it was delicious! Even my 11 year old loved it.

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