Broccoli Cheddar Soup

In a stock pot on medium heat, add; chicken broth, onions, garlic & broccoli florets and cook until broccoli is tender.  Ladle cooked all liquid and ingredients into Ninja blender, Cook’ Notes: Blend in batches, open the vent and make sure you have a napkin over the vent opening, just in case of hot liquid splashing.  Once all blended, pour back in pot on a simmer, then add milk, season to taste with salt and pepper. In a small pan, melt butter then whisk in flour to create a blond rue, cook for a minute or two. Add rue to the soup to thicken, cook on simmer until it starts to thicken the soup ( DO NOT BOIL) Remove from heat and add the cheese and whisk until incorporated. Garnish with minced parsley and shredded cheese.
Serves 4-6