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1) Creamy Stovetop Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Velvety, uses sharp Cabot cheddar)

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 3 cups broccoli florets about 1 head
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cabot cheddar packed
  • 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of nutmeg crispy bacon or croutons for topping

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in large pot over medium; sauté onion about 5 minutes until soft, then garlic 30 seconds.
  2. Sprinkle in flour; stir constantly 1–2 minutes to form roux and remove raw taste.
  3. Gradually whisk in broth, then milk; gently simmer about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Cook broccoli 6–8 minutes until tender. Partly immersion-blend for creaminess, keeping some florets whole.
  5. Reduce to low; melt cheddar and Dijon into soup until smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and optional nutmeg.
  6. Serve hot with optional bacon or croutons.