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Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Soup. Easy to make soup that you put together in a slow cooker. Packed with fresh broccoli and lots of cheddar cheese!
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Prep time 15 minutes
Cook time 6 hours
Total time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese
  • 2 1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Heat a medium sauce pot over medium heat. Add the butter and allow to melt. Stir in the flour, whisking thoroughly and cooking for a few seconds to develop the flavor. Slowly stream in the milk and whisk until the flour and butter have fully dissolved into the milk. Cook until thickened. Remove from heat.
  • In the bowl of a slow cooker, combine the chicken (or vegetable) broth, onion, garlic, broccoli, cream cheese, seasonings and thickened milk until evenly combined. Cover and cook on low for about 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. Before serving, stir in 2 cups of cheddar cheese until melted. Serve with a sprinkling more of cheese if desired. Enjoy!