EMSY AT HOME
Ingredients
4 tbsp - Unsalted Butter
1 medium - Yellow Onion (Diced Small)
5 cloves - Minced Garlic
3 - Celery Stalks (Chopped)
1 tsp - Sea Salt
1/4 cup - All Purpose Flour
2 cups - Whole Milk
2 cups - Vegetable Broth
3 cups - Fresh Chopped Broccoli Florets
2 - Carrots (Julienned or Finely Chopped)
1/2 tsp - Dijon Mustard
2 cups - Fresh Shredded Cheddar Cheese
Extra: Sugar or Lemon Juice (Optional)
Garnish with: Parmesan, Fresh Parsley, Freshly Cracked Pepper, Cheddar Cheese or Croutons
Preparation
1: In a large pot, melt butter over low heat. Add onion, minced garlic, celery and sea salt. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2: Once softened and onions are translucent, add in flour, whisky constantly for 1 minute. The texture should appear like a thick paste.
3: Slowly pour in milk, whisking continuously.
4: Add in broth, broccoli, carrot and mustard, stirring well. Bring mixture to a boil then reduce to a simmer for 15-20 minutes (broccoli should be soft).
5: Slowly add in cheese and stir until completely melted and incorporated.
6: Before serving, check for taste. Considering adding extra salt, pepper, cheese or even lemon juice (1 tsp - to brighten) or sugar (1 tbsp - to sweeten).
Garnish with: Parmesan, Fresh Parsley, Freshly Cracked Pepper, Cheddar Cheese or Croutons