Broccoli Cheese Soup - Food Gardening Network

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 onion, finely diced
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 (10-ounce) packages chopped frozen broccoli, thawed
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese