Step 1

Melt the butter over medium heat in a dutch oven

Step 2

Add the onions and cook until softened

Step 3

Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant

Step 4

Add the flour and stir constantly until it starts to brown (3-5 minutes)

Step 5

Pour in the milk, vegetable broth, and heavy cream, stirring constantly, until smooth (13-15 minutes)

Step 6

Add the broccoli and simmer for 15 minutes,  until tender

Step 7

Turn the heat down and stir in the fresh grated cheddar cheese into the broccoli cheese soup

Step 8

Stir until the cheese is completely melted (around 5 minutes)

Step 9

Salt to taste before serving