Broccoli Cheese Soup

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli, chopped

• 1 T butter

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 3 ½ cups chicken or vegetable stock

• 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 cup heavy cream

• salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. In large saucepan over medium heat, add butter and garlic. Sautee for 1 minute until garlic is fragrant.

2. Add chicken/vegetable broth, heavy cream, and chopped broccoli. Increase heat to a boil, then reduce and simmer for 10-20 minutes, until broccoli is tender.

3. Add the shredded cheddar gradually (1/2 cup at a time), stirring constantly until melted. Avoid high heat to prevent cheese from clumping.

4. Season with Salt and Pepper.

Nutrition: serves 4; calories 600; 8gm net carbs; 26gm protein. 

Recipe adapted from: https://www.wholesomeyum.com/recipes/broccoli-cheese-soup-low-carb-gluten-free/

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