Cheesy Creamy Broccoli Soup

• 2 teaspoons Olive Oil
• 1/2 whole Yellow Onion, Minced
• 3 cloves Garlic, Minced
• 1 whole Large Broccoli Crown (or Two Small)
• 3/4 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese (or Hard Cheese Of Your Choice)
• 1/2 cups Half-and-half
• 2 cups Vegetable Stock
• 1 dash Salt To Taste
• 1 dash Sriracha Chili Sauce (optional)

1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the onion. Saute about 5 minutes before adding the garlic. Continue to saute until onion is very fragrant and translucent, about an additional 5 to 7 minutes.
2. While the onion and garlic are sauteing, fill a large pot with about 1" of water and bring to a boil with a steamer basket inside. Place broccoli on top of the steamer and steam about 5 to 6 minutes or until slightly soft when poked with a fork. If you do not have a steamer, simply put the broccoli directly in the water and strain it when finished.
3. Once broccoli is steamed, use tongs to place it into a blender or food processor. Add the rest of the ingredients (including onion mixture) and blend until smooth.
4. Transfer the soup to a large saucepan and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, allowing the soup to get hot and flavors to cook together.
5. Serve with additional grated cheese and sriracha on top.

olive oil, yellow onion, garlic, broccoli, cheddar cheese, vegetable stock, salt, chili sauce

Taken from tastykitchen.com/recipes/soups/cheesy-creamy-broccoli-soup/ (may not work)