Creamy Broccoli Cheese Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 tablespoons salted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 large garlic clove (minced)
2 tablespoons minced fresh onions
1 cup beef broth
2 cups heavy cream
2 cups 2% low-fat milk
4 cups chopped broccoli
1/3 cup shredded carrot (optional)
1 stalk celery (finely chopped)
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
4 1/2 ounces 2% cheddar cheese (sharp, block style cheese, freshly shredded or cut into small, thin pieces)
1/2 ounce smoked white cheddar cheese (block style, freshly shredded or cut into small, thin pieces)
salt & pepper

Preparation

In a large pot, add butter, onions, and garlic. Sautee over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Slowly add beef broth and then the cream. Cook for 2 minutes, whisking constantly.
Slowly whisk in milk, then add in the broccoli, celery, carrots, and nutmeg.
Reduce heat to medium-low and cook until broccoli is tender.
Remove from the heat and allow to sit for approximately 1 minute. When making cheese soups and sauces, adding the cheese to a mixture that is too hot can result in gritty texture.
Add cheese, salt, and pepper, then stir until smooth.