Creamy Broccoli Cauliflower Soup With Blue Cheese - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 tablespoons butter
1 large shallot, chopped
1/4 cup flour
5 1/2 cups vegetable broth or 5 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 large potato, peeled and diced small
1 bunch broccoli, stems removed and broken into flowerets
1 head cauliflower, broken into flowerets
1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon salt (or more)
6 ounces crumbled blue cheese
1/2 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese (or American) (optional)
1/2 cup milk or 1/2 cup half-and-half

Preparation

In a large soup pot over medium heat, melt butter; add shallots and saute for 3 minutes.
Add flour and whisk briskly to form a roux. Slowly stir in broth.
Add potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower and spices. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes or until all veggies are very tender.
Using an immersion blender/blender/food processor, puree to desired consistency.
Return to pot over med-low heat and stir in cheeses and milk. Stir often until cheese is melted.
Serve.