Ingredients

• 4 tbsp. Butter, salted or THRIVE Butter
• 1 tsp. minced Garlic or THRIVE Garlic
• 1 c. THRIVE Onion Slices - FD
• 5 c. Water
• 4 tsp. THRIVE Chicken Bouillon
• 2 c. THRIVE Broccoli - FD broken into small pieces
• 1 tsp. Peppercorn
• 1 tsp. Salt, Table
• 2 tbsp. Cream Cheese
• 1/2 c. Heavy Whipping Cream
• 2 c. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese or THRIVE Cheddar Cheese
• 1 tsp. xanthan gum (optional)

Directions

1. Add the butter and garlic to a soup pot and saute the garlic for about 30 seconds. Add onion slices and saute for another 30 seconds.
2. Add water, bouillon, and broccoli. Simmer for about 5 minutes, or until broccoli is fully refreshed.
3. Soften the cream cheese in the microwave until it's very soft and stir-able. Add this to the soup, along with the cream and seasonings. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat.
4. Dump in the cheddar cheese and stir while the cheese melts.
5. If you would like a thicker soup, sprinkle the xanthan gum over the top and stir or whisk in well. Allow to sit for a few minutes, then serve.