Broccoli Cheese Soup

Broccoli Cheese Soup

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups whole milk, room temperature
• 1 head broccoli, chopped
• 1 cup carrots, shredded
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
• ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
• 4 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions:

1. Melt the Butter: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter.
2. Cook Onions and Garlic: Add onions and cook until softened (about 8-10 minutes). Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
3. Add Flour: Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir together until lightly browned (about 5 minutes).
4. Pour in Broth and Milk: Slowly pour in the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly, until no flour lumps remain.
5. Add Vegetables and Seasonings: Add the broccoli, carrots, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Bring the mixture to a simmer, and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli and carrots are tender (24-26 minutes).
6. Incorporate Cheese: Reduce heat to low, and slowly stir in the cheese one cup at a time, fully melting the cheese between each addition.
7. Serve: Remove from heat and serve. Enjoy your delicious broccoli cheese soup!