Broccoli Cheese Soup

 



Ingredients

6 Tbsp butter

1 cup  yellow onion

1 large clove garlic

1/4 cup + 3 tbsp all-purpose flour

3 1/4 cups low-fat milk

1 (14.5 oz) can low-sodium chicken broth

1/2 cup heavy cream

3 cups  finely chopped fresh broccoli florets

10 oz (2 1/2 cups) sharp cheddar cheese or extra sharp cheddar 

cheese, plus more for serving

1 oz (1/3 cup) finely shredded Parmesan cheese

salt and freshly ground black pepper


Instructions


Melt butter in pot over medium-high heat. Add in onions and cook, 

stirring frequently until nearly soft, about 4 - 5 minutes. 

Add in garlic and flour, and cook for about 1 minute, stirring 

constantly. 





While whisking, slowly pour in milk then chicken broth. Stir in broccoli. 

Cook stirring constantly until mixture begins to thicken. Then reduce 

heat to low and allow to cook, stirring very frequently, until broccoli is 

tender, about 6 - 8 minutes. 

Remove from heat. Stir in heavy cream then stir in cheddar and 

parmesan cheese, mixing until melted. 

Season with salt and pepper to taste.










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