Life Update, Surgery Journey, and Homemade Panera Bread Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe!

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut milk is lower in calories and adds a creamy texture, while milk is more budget-friendly.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and adds a cheesy flavor, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent.

Stir in the flour to create a roux, cooking for a minute or two.

Gradually add the chicken or vegetable broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.

Add the broccoli florets and shredded carrot, and bring to a simmer.

Once the broccoli is tender, stir in the milk and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with croutons or extra cheese.

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