Broccoli Cheese Soup

Description: Make and share this Broccoli Cheese Soup recipe from Food.com.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 fresh garlic cloves, chopped
• 1/2 medium brown onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup cornstarch or 1/4 cup flour
• 3 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 1 bunch fresh broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese (Buy a block and shred yourself. I use extra sharp, but you can use whatever you like. )

Steps:

1. Heat olive oil and then add garlic and onion and cook until soft.
2. Add chicken broth and then whisk in cornstarch.
3. Cook until it comes to a boil.
4. Remove from heat and add to crock pot. Also add milk, broccoli, and nutmeg.
5. Cook on LOW for 4-6 hours.
6. Stir in shredded cheese slowly and allow to cook and fully melt for about 20-30 minutes.
7. Serve.