Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Butter
• 1/2 Medium Onion, chopped
• 3 Cloves Garlic, minced
• 4 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
• 2 cups Chicken Stock
• 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon Paprika
• 3 cups Broccoli Florets, cut into small pieces
• 1 Large Carrot, grated
• 2 cps Half & Half
• 8 ounces Grated Cheddar Cheese

Directions

1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat; add the onion and cook 3-4 minutes until softened; add the garlic and sauté for another minute
2. Add flour; whisk for 1-2 minutes until the flour begins to turn golden in color; pour in the chicken stock, broccoli florets, carrots and seasoning; bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low; simmer for 15 minutes until the broccoli and carrots are cooked through
3. Stir in half & half and cheddar cheese; let simmer for another minute; taste and adjust seasoning if needed