Broccoli and Cheddar Soup - The Scramble

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp. butter or extra virgin olive oil
• 1 small yellow onion (chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced, about 1 tsp.)
• 16 oz. frozen broccoli florets
• 32 oz. reduced-sodium vegetable broth (or use reduced-sodium chicken broth, or use any variety)
• 1/2 tsp. dried thyme (or 1 1/2 tsp. fresh thyme)
• 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (or more to taste)