Cheesy Broccoli Soup (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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4 tablespoons of butter.
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1 onion, chopped up.
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Half a teaspoon of salt.
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Black pepper to your liking.
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3 garlic cloves, minced.
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1/4 cup of plain flour.
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2 cups of milk, almond works too.
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2 cups of vegetable stock.
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3 cups of broccoli florets.
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1 large carrot, sliced thinly.
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1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard.
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2 cups of grated cheddar cheese.
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Crunchy bread crumbs, optional garnish.
# Instructions:
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Heat butter in a large pot. Toss in onion, sprinkle with salt and pepper. Let it cook around 5 minutes till soft.
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Throw in garlic, cook a minute. Sprinkle over the flour, stir constantly for 2 minutes till it looks golden. Slowly pour in milk while stirring non-stop.
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Pour in broth, toss in broccoli, carrots, and mustard. Stir well. Let it simmer gently for 15-20 minutes till the broccoli softens.
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Add cheese slowly, stirring as it melts into a smooth mixture. Taste and adjust salt if needed. Sprinkle bread crumbs on top if you like.
# Notes:
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Pairs well with fresh bread.
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Go with sharp cheddar for punchier taste.