Nitrate & Nitrite Free Scallion Broccoli Cheddar Soup
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4 servings
- 2 tbsp garlic-infused oil
- ½ cup scallion green tops, thinly sliced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced small
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp gluten free flour
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 4 cups broccoli florets, cut into small pieces (about 1 medium head)
- ½ tsp dry mustard
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
For serving
- 2 tbsp scallion green tops, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the garlic-infused oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering. Add the sliced scallion green tops and diced carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are slightly softened and the scallions are fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add the butter to the pot and let it melt completely. Sprinkle in the gluten free flour and whisk constantly for 1 to 2 minutes, until the mixture turns a pale golden color and smells slightly nutty.
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