Loaded Broccoli and Potato Soup

INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp

extra virgin olive oil

medium onion (diced)

2 cloves

garlic (minced)

32 oz

homemade chicken broth

large carrots (peeled and diced)

medium potatoes (peeled and cubed into small pieces)

small heads broccoli (washed and diced small)

3 tbsp

butter

1/4 cup

arrowroot starch

2 cups

almond milk

1 tsp

salt

1/2 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

1 tsp

dried oregano

slices bacon (cooked and chopped)

organic cheese (shredded (optional))