Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Ingredients
4 T butter
½ medium onion chopped
2-3 cloves garlic minced
4 T flour
2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp smoked paprika
3 cups chopped broccoli florets (or steamer bag of Broccoli, cauliflower, carrots!
1 large carrot, chopped
2 cups half & half - or make your own with half heavy cream, half milk
8 oz block grated cheddar cheese or 2 cups (mild, medium, or sharp
Instructions
Melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook 3-4 minutes or until softened and golden. Add the garlic and saute for another minute.Add flour and whisk for 1-2 minutes or until the flour begins to turn golden in color. Pour in the chicken stock, broccoli florets, carrots, and seasoning. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes or until the broccoli and carrots are cooked through.Stir in half & half and cheddar cheese and simmer for another minute. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. ENJOY!!
Notes
Soup bowls, @hexclad cookware and knives can be found in my Amazon shop!
Recipe inspo: @gimmedelicious