Ingredients
2-3 cups fresh broccoli
2 cups chicken broth
½ cup white onions, finely diced (can use more)
½ cup baby carrots, finely diced optional
1 clove garlic, minced
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup whole milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1½ cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
½ cup smoked gouda cheese
Preparation
Place broccoli in a large bowl with about 4 tablespoons of water. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and microwave for 7-10 minutes or until broccoli is steamed and tender. Chop broccoli into tiny pieces. Set aside. In a medium pot, add chicken broth, onion, carrots and garlic. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until onions are tender. Set aside. Add milk and heavy cream to a bowl and microwave until warm. Set aside. In a large pot or deep skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour, stirring constantly for about 1-2 minutes. Reduce heat if flour starts to brown. Add in salt and pepper and continue to stir for 1 minute. Slowly stir in milk and heavy cream. Stir in chicken broth mixture. Stir in cheeses. Add the broccoli Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed.
