Ingredients

The following ingredients have 10 Servings
  • 1 whole onion, diced
  • 1 stick butter
  • 1/3 c. flour
  • 4 c. whole milk
  • 2 c. half-and-half
  • 4 heads broccoli cut into florets
  • 1 pinch nutmeg
  • 3 c. grated cheese (mild cheddar, sharp cheddar, jack, etc.)
  • Small dash of salt (more if needed)
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 c. chicken broth, if needed for thinning

Instruction

  • Melt butter in a pot over medium heat, then add the onions. Cook the onions for 3 to 4 minutes, then sprinkle the flour over the top. Stir to combine and cook for 1 minute or so, then pour in milk and half-and-half. Add nutmeg, then add broccoli, a small dash of salt, and plenty of black pepper. 
  • Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender. Stir in cheese and allow to melt. 
  • Taste seasonings and adjust if needed. Then either serve as is, or mash it with a potato masher to break up the broccoli a bit, or transfer to a blender in two batches and puree completely. (If you puree it in a blender, return it to the heat and allow to heat up. Splash in chicken broth if needed for thinning.) Enjoy!