Broccoli and Cheese Soup
Ingredients
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 large carrot, cut
- 2 cups half & half
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 stick butter
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons flour
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the onion in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add in the garlic and saute for about one minute.
- Add the flour and whisk until it's a golden brown color.
- Stir in the carrots, broccoli, broth, nutmeg, and paprika.
- Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat. Let it simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the cheese and the half and half.
- Simmer for another 2 minutes.
- Add salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve and enjoy!
