Broccoli Cauliflower Cheese Soup

Melt the butter in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium heat.

Add the diced onion and cook until it starts to soften, about 4 minutes.

Add the minced garlic and continue cooking for 1 more minute.

Make the Roux:

Stir in the flour and continue stirring until the flour starts to smell toasty, about 2 minutes.

Add Liquids:

Whisk in the stock, ensuring there are no lumps.

Whisk in the half and half, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Cook the Vegetables: