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15) Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Soup

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 carrots peeled and sliced
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Put broccoli, onion, carrots, and broth in the slow cooker. Stir and cover.
  2. Cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until veggies are tender.
  3. In a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute.
  4. Slowly whisk in half-and-half until smooth. Heat until slightly thickened.
  5. Stir the cream mixture into the slow cooker. Add cheese in batches, stirring until melted.
  6. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm with crusty bread.