"Broccoli cheese soup recipes like this one are ideal for cold, winter days. Broccoli and cheddar soup is one of the best ways to introduce kids to broccoli...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 Tbsp. butter
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1 small onion, chopped
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3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
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2 cups half and half (or whole milk)
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2 cups vegetable broth
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1-2 pounds fresh broccoli florets
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1 cup diced carrots
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1 tsp. kosher salt
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1 tsp. freshly-ground black pepper
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1 dash hot sauce (optional)
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (low fat is okay)