Easy Broccoli Cheddar Soup with Bacon

INGREDIENTS

4 cups

chopped broccoli florets (6-7 ounces)

1 1/2 cups

diced onions (about 1/2 onion)

1 cup

diced carrots (about 3 carrots)

1 cup

diced celery (about 3 stalks)

3 cups

shredded cheddar cheese (about 6 ounces)

2 cups

heavy whipping cream

2 tbsp

salted butter

5 cloves

garlic (minced)

salt and pepper (to taste)

strips bacon

shredded cheddar cheese (to taste)