Broccoli Cheese Soup - Crossroads Community Farm

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter, melted
• 3 pearl onions onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1/4 cup flour
• 2 cups half-and-half
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 head fresh broccoli
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 8 ounces grated sharp cheddar