Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Time: ★★☆☆☆

Cooking Level: ★★☆☆☆

INGREDIENTS

• 2 heads broccoli, chopped

• ¼ cup butter

• ¼ cup flour

• ½ onion diced

• 2 cups half-and-half

• 2 cups veggie or chicken stock

• 2 tsp salt

• 1 tsp pepper

• ¼ tsp nutmeg

• ½ cup of carrots, shredded

• 2 cups (8 ounces) cheddar cheese

DIRECTIONS

1. Trim stems off of broccoli heads and chop into small florets.

2. In a large pot, combine butter and onion and sauté until translucent.

3. Add flour and stir on medium heat until mixture lightly browns.

4. Stir in the half-and-half and mix until contents reach a simmer.

5. Add the veggie or chicken stock and simmer on low heat for 5-10 minutes.

6. Mix in the broccoli, carrots, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes.

7. Add the cheddar cheese and stir until cheese is melted and combines with other ingredients.

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