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Broccoli and Cheese Soup

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Ingredients
  

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and diced red onion. Cook until fragrant. Add in flour and cook for a minute to brown.
  • Add in broccoli florets, chicken broth, milk, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Let simmer over medium heat, whisking constantly until thickened, about 20-25 minutes.
  • Blend soup in batches until smooth. Return to saucepan over medium heat. Add in shredded cheese, stir until fully melted. Let cook, whisking constantly for another 10-15 minutes.