Matt's Cooking Corner — Grandpa's Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• ½ teaspoon Himalayan rock salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• ¼ cup plain flour
• 2 cups milk (whole or almond)
• 2 cups vegetable or chicken stock
• 3 cups chopped broccoli florets
• 1 large carrot, julienned
• ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 250g shredded cheddar cheese

Method

1. Melt butter in a large pot. Add onion, salt, and pepper; cook until softened. Stir in garlic, then whisk in flour.
2. Slowly pour in milk and broth, whisking continuously.
3. Add broccoli, carrot, and mustard. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
4. Gradually add cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.

Note: For a smoky twist, top with crispy crumbled bacon!