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Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Time
45 min
Makes
Servings: 4 to 6
Ingredients
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Ingredients

Amounts
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 small onion, chopped small
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth ( here’s my favorite chicken stock )
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 1 1/4 pounds broccoli or 4 cups broccoli florets and stems, chopped small
  • 1 large carrot (about 6 ounces) or 2 slim ones, chopped tiny (1 cup)
  • 8 ounces (about 2 1/2 cups) coarsely grated sharp cheddar cheese, plus a pinch extra for garnish
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