Vegetable Mix:

• 1 finely diced small onion
• 1 chopped medium-sized carrot
• 1 stalk of celery, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced finely

Soup Base:

• 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons of flour (all-purpose, whole wheat, or gluten-free)
• 2 and 1/2 cups of reduced-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
• 1 cup of skim milk
• 2 small potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Additional Ingredients:

• 4 cups of small-cut broccoli florets
• 1 and 1/2 cups of shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 slices of 2% milk American cheese
• 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese