Broccoli Cheese Soup

By KitchenGnome

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 small onion , diced
• 1 cup diced carrots
• 3 cups fresh broccoli
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon each thyme and garlic powder
• salt & pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 1/2 cups light cream
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/3 cup fresh parmesan cheese

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, cook butter, onion and carrots over medium heat until onion softens (about 3 minutes). Add chicken broth, broccoli and seasonings. Simmer until broccoli is softened, about 8 minutes.
Remove 1 cup of vegetables, coarsely chop and set aside. Using an immersion blender, blend remaining vegetables and broth.
Place flour in a small bowl. Add in cream a little at a time stirring until smooth. Bring blended vegetable mixture to a boil and whisk in cream mixture. Continue whisking until thick and bubbly, about 3-4 minutes.
Remove from heat, stir in cheeses & reserved chopped vegetables and serve immediately.