Broccoli Cheese Soup (with bacon!)

INGREDIENTS

slices bacon (cut into 1-inch pieces (locally sourced recommended))

1 tbsp

olive oil

1/4 cup

onion (diced)

3 tbsp

whole-wheat flour

1 1/4 lb

broccoli (cut into 2-inch pieces)

4 cups

chicken broth (homemade recommended)

1 cup

milk

1/2 tsp

salt

pepper (to taste)

1/2 cup

heavy cream

1 cup

cheddar cheese (freshly shredded)

bacon (cooked, optional garnish)