Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe - Fabulessly Frugal

Ingredients

• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup onion (diced (about 1 small onion))
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken or veggie broth
• 2 cups milk
• 3 cups chopped broccoli florets (bite-size)
• 1 cup shredded carrot (optional)
• 3/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• pinch cayenne pepper
• 1 ounce cream cheese (softened (optional))
• 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese (shredded (about 2 cups))