Creamy Broccoli Soup with Cheddar

Method

1. 01

   Chop and then steam the broccoli for 3 minutes.

2. 02

   Add the kale and steam until limp.

3. 03

   Drain.

4. 04

   Peel and chop the 1/2 and onion.

5. 05

   Peel and mince the garlic.

6. 06

   Saute until soft, but not brown in 1/2 T butter.

7. 07

   Puree the broccoli, kale, and fried onions and garlic until smooth in a processor.

8. 08

   Melt the remaining butter in a saucepan.

9. 09

   Stir in the flour and mix with heating on low for about 3-5 minutes.

10. 10

    We used whole wheat flour and it was not too dominant.

11. 11

    Add the thyme.

12. 12

    Slowly mix in about 1/2 cup of water at a time and add the broth powder at some point.

13. 13

    After all the water is in, mix in the cream.

14. 14

    Then add 1/4 of the cheese at a time and continue to stir until all melted.

15. 15

    Season with black pepper.