Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 3 cups fresh broccoli
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon each thyme and garlic powder
- salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 1/2 cups light cream
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup fresh parmesan cheese
Instructions
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In a large saucepan, cook butter, onion and carrots over medium heat until onion softens (about 3 minutes). Add chicken broth, broccoli and seasonings. Simmer until broccoli is softened, about 8 minutes.
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Remove 1 cup of vegetables, coarsely chop and set aside. Using an immersion blender, blend remaining vegetables and broth.
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Place flour in a small bowl. Add in cream a little at a time stirring until smooth. Bring blended vegetable mixture to a boil and whisk in cream mixture. Continue whisking until thick and bubbly, about 3-4 minutes.
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Remove from heat, stir in cheeses & reserved chopped vegetables and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 333
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Cholesterol: 94mg
Sodium: 560mg
Potassium: 377mg
Carbohydrates: 11g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 2g
Protein: 10g
Vitamin A: 4745%
Vitamin C: 49%
Calcium: 280%
Iron: 0.9%