Ingredients
Serves: serves 6-8
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
5 tablespoons salted butter
1 cup white onion, diced (about 1/2 a large onion)
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/3 cup all purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 bay leaves
21/2 cups milk (I used 2%)
3/4 cup half and half
31/2 cups chopped, fresh broccoli pieces
2 carrots, grated
2 cups freshly grated cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated
salt and pepper to taste
Preparation