Slow Cooker Potato, Broccoli and Cheddar Soup

Ingredients

– 4 tablespoons of soft butter

– 1 large chopped onion

– 2 minced garlic cloves

– 120 ml of chicken or vegetable broth

– 4 large potatoes peeled and cut into cubes

– 80 ml of chopped broccoli florets

– 2 large carrots peeled and cut into cubes

– 250 ml of thick fresh cream

– 500 ml of grated cheddar – Salt and pepper to taste

– 1/2 teaspoon of paprika

– 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme

– 1/2 teaspoon of dried basil

– Fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Preparation

Bring back the onion and garlic: – In a large saucepan or a cookout, melt the butter over medium heat. – Add the chopped onion and fry until tender and translucent, about 5 minutes. – Add minced garlic and continue cooking for 1 minute, until fragrant. Add vegetables:- Add diced potatoes, chopped broccoli and diced carrots