Broccoli and Cheddar Soup | Foodtalk

Ingredients

• 5 heads broccoli, cut into 1-inch pieces
• Olive oil, for drizzling
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter
• 1 whole onion, diced
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 5 cups 2% milk
• 1 cup half-and-half
• Pinch nutmeg salt and pepper
• 3 cups grated cheese (mild Cheddar, sharp Cheddar, Jack, etc.), plus more for garnish, optiona
• 1 cup veggie broth, optional
• Chives, chopped for garnish
• Creme fraiche for garnish