Salmon, Sweet Potato, And Broccoli Chowder

• 1 large onion (chopped, about 2 cups)
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups whole milk (or substitute evaporated milk, or half & half)
• 1 large sweet potato (peeled and diced, about 1 1/2 cups)
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leave (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme leaves, or 1/4 tsp ground thyme)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 lb skinless salmon fillet (cut into 1-inch pieces)
• 1/2 - 3/4 cup broccoli floret
• 1/4 cup asiago cheese (shredded ~ for garnish ~ can substitute cheddar, if desired)

1. In a large, heavy saucepan, over medium heat, cook the onion in the butter until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the flour and stir until smooth.
3. Whisk in the broth and milk, then add the sweet potato, bay leaf, thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
4. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are just tender, about 8 minutes.
5. Add the salmon and broccoli and simmer until the salmon is cooked through and the broccoli is tender, about 5 minutes more.
6. Serves 4-6 ~ garnish with shredded Asiago (or cheddar) cheese, if desired.

onion, butter, flour, chicken broth, milk, sweet potato, bay leaf, thyme, salt, black pepper, salmon fillet, broccoli floret, asiago cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/salmon-sweet-potato-and-broccoli-chowder-488570 (may not work)