Creamy Broccoli & Cheddar Soup

Directions

1. 1

   Add your butter to a large saucepan, allow to melt, then add in your onions along with a pinch of salt; cook over a medium heat for 5 minutes until softened, then add in the garlic.

2. 2

   Cook for a further couple of minutes before adding in the paprika and thyme, plus plenty of black pepper; cook for 2 minutes.

3. 3

   Add in your flour, and continue to cook over a medium heat for a few minutes to get rid of the raw flour taste, then slowly pour in your chicken stock. Turn the heat down, cover, and allow to simmer for 10 minutes.

4. 4

   After 10 minutes, pour in your cream and milk, allow to simmer for 5 minutes, then turn the heat down to low, and gradually add in your cheese until fully melted. Add in the broccoli, pop on a lid, and cook for a further 5ish minutes until tender.

5. 5

   Taste for seasoning, top each serving with 2 bacon medallions, some extra cheese if you like, then tuck in and enjoy.