Healthy broccoli cheddar soup packed with carrots, broccoli, garlic, and cheese. This creamy velvety soup can be made in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
• 4 tablespoons butter
• ½ medium onion chopped
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups low sodium chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp paprika or ground nutmeg, optional
• 3 cups broccoli florets or 1 large head, cut into small pieces
• 1 large carrot grated, julienned or finely chopped
• 2 cups light or heavy cream
• 220g block grated cheddar cheese or 2 cups (mild, medium, or sharp)
Instructions
Melt butter in a pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook for three to four minutes or until softened and light gold. Add the garlic and saute for another minute. Add flour and whisk for one to two minutes or until the flour begins to turn golden in colour. 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 the cream and cheddar cheese and simmer for another minute. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve with toasted crusty bread or in a bread bowl if desired.
Source: www.gimmedelicious.com.