One-pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Ingredients
for 4 servings

2 broccoli heads, chopped
¼ cup butter
¼ cup flour
½ onion, diced
2 cups half & half
2 cups veggie stock, or chicken stock
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
½ cup carrot, shredded
2 cups cheddar cheese
Preparation
Trim stems off of broccoli heads and chop into small florets.
In a large pot, combine butter and onion and sauté until translucent.
Add flour and stir on medium heat until mixture lightly browns.
Stir in the half-and-half and mix until contents reach a simmer.
Add the veggie or chicken stock and simmer on low heat for 5-10 minutes.
Mix in the broccoli, carrots, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes.
Add the cheddar cheese and stir until cheese is melted and combines with other ingredients.
Enjoy!