20 Minute Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, diced
1 cup diced carrots
3 cups fresh broccoli
2 cups chicken broth
½ teaspoon each thyme and garlic powder
salt & pepper to taste
2 tablespoons flour
1½ cups light cream
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
⅓ cup fresh parmesan cheese

Directions:

In a large saucepan, cook butter, onion and carrots over medium heat until onion softens (about 3 minutes). Add chicken broth, broccoli and seasonings. Simmer until broccoli is softened, about 8 minutes.
Remove 1 cup of vegetables, coarsely chop and set aside. Using an immersion blender, blend remaining vegetables and broth.
Place flour in a small bowl. Add in cream a little at a time stirring until smooth. Bring blended vegetable mixture to a boil and whisk in cream mixture. Continue whisking until thick and bubbly, about 3-4 minutes.