Broccoli Cheddar Soup | Soup | Umami

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 3 garlic cloves (chopped)
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk or unsweetened almond milk
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 3 cups chopped broccoli florets
• 1 large carrot (julienned or finely chopped)
• ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese (about 2 heaping cups)
• Homemade croutons (for serving, optional)