Broccoli & Cheddar Soup

Ingredients

• 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 800ml vegetable stock
• 100ml semi-skimmed milk
• 80g mature cheddar, grated
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Pinch of nutmeg
• Salt and pepper

Method

1. 1

   Heat olive oil in a large pan. Fry onion and garlic for 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Add broccoli and stock. Bring to a boil, then simmer 12 minutes until tender.

3. 3

   Blend until smooth. Return to pan.

4. 4

   Stir in milk and most of the cheddar. Heat gently until melted.

5. 5

   Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

6. 6

   Serve topped with remaining cheese.