For-the-Love-of-Broccoli Soup | Easier Eats

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, plus more, to taste
• freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk or unsweetened almond milk
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 3 cups broccoli florets, chopped
• 1 large carrot, julienned or finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
• croutons, optional, to taste, store-bought or homemade, for serving