Broccoli Cheese Soup

Ingredients 

1/3 cup unsalted butter
3/4 cup diced onions (yellow or white)
1 cup shredded carrots 
3 cups broccoli florets, chopped small
2 cups chicken broth
2 cup milk (I use skim/fat free)
1 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (or more as desired)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

In a large pot over medium high heat, melt butter. Add in onions, carrots and broccoli. Cook to soften about 5-10 minutes. Sprinkle with flour and cook for one minute. 
Slowly add in broth, milk, and cream. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and red pepper flakes. Continue stirring and heating over medium heat until thickened. This will take about 10-15 minutes.

 
Once thick, add cheese and stir until melted and smooth. Serves 6