Recipe: Brocolli Cheese Soup

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter, room temperature
• 1 1/2 pounds fresh broccoli
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 sliced carrot
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup of milk
• 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

1. Melt 4 tablespoons butter in over medium-high heat.
2. Add onion, carrot, salt and pepper and saute until onion is translucent, about 6 minutes.
3. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute, until the flour reaches a blonde color.
4. Add stock and bring to boil.
5. Reduce to a simmer and add broccoli.Simmer uncovered until broccoli is tender, about 15 minutes.
6. Pour in milk and cheese. Stir to combine and melt.