Brocolli Cheddar Soup

A rich and creamy soup with tiny bites of broccoli in every spoon!

1 tablespoon butter, melted

1/2 medium onion, chopped

1/4 cup melted butter

1/4 cup flour

2 cups half-and-half

2 cups chicken stock

1/2 pound fresh broccoli

1 cup carrots (match stick cut)- optional

salt and pepper to taste

8 ounces grated sharp cheddar

• Heat 1 tbsp butter in a pan and saute the onion. Set aside.
• Gently heat 1/4 cup melted butter. Add flour. Using a whisk , mix over medium heat for 3-5 minutes. Stir constantly and slowly.
• Add the half-and-half and mix.
• Add the chicken stock whisking all the time. Simmer for 20 minutes.
• Add the broccoli, carrots and onions. Cook over low heat until the vegetables are tender (20-25 minutes).
• Add salt and pepper. The soup should be thickened by now.
• Pour in batches into blender and puree coarsely.
• Return to pot over low heat and add the grated cheese; stir until well blended.
• Enjoy with warm bread rolls!

No. of servings: 4

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