Broccoli Cheddar Soup

2 T. Butter, melted
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 c. butter, melted
1/2 c. all purpose flour
4 c. milk
4 c. chicken broth
1 lb. fresh broccoli roughly chopped
2 cups, julienned carrots
salt and pepper, to taste
16 oz. sharp cheddar cheese

Use large soup pot.  Saute onion in butter.  Pour into Vitamix blender with carrots and 1/2 carton of chicken broth.  Puree on high speed for about 1 minute (or it will be grainy).   Whisk butter and flour over medium heat for 3-5 minutes.  Stir constantly and slowly add milk.  Add chicken stock, still whisking.
Simmer 20 minutes.  Add broccoli and carrots puree.  Cook over low heat until veggies are tender – about 20-25 minutes.  Add salt and pepper.  The soup will have thickened by now.  Add cheese.  Stir until well blended.

Makes 8-10 servings.