Creamy Potato & Onion Soup with Crispy Croutons - HAPPY VEG

Ingredients

• 1/4 C Unsalted Butter
• 4 cloves Garlic, crushed & minced
• 1 Tsp. Red Pepper Flakes
• 1 Red Onion, finely diced
• 1 Yellow Onion, finely diced
• 1 Bunch Green Onions, sliced & separated light / dark portions
• 3 stalks Celery, sliced
• 1 Jalapeno, seeded & diced
• 6 C Russet Potatoes, peeled & chopped large
• 3 Tbsp. All Purpose Flour
• 4 C Pres. Choice Plant-Based Chik'n Broth
• 2 C Water
• Hard Cheese Rind
• 1 Tsp. Vegeta
• 1/2 C Whipping Cream, room temperature
• 1/4 C Cream Cheese, room temperature
• 3/4 C Grana Padano, finely shredded
• CROUTONS: - About 3ish Cups Chopped Sourdough + EVOO, 2 Tsp. Garlic Plus Seasoning, 1/2 Tsp. Clubhouse La Grille Roasted Vegetable Seasoning, Himalayan Salt