Broccoli-Cheddar Soup Recipe

Add the onion and garlic to the melted margarine and sauté for 5 minutes, until they're tender and translucent.

Transfer the sautéed onion and garlic to a food processor bowl, along with the cooked broccoli. Process until the mixture is smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Set this purée aside.

Add the chicken broth, ground pepper, oregano, pepper, salt, thyme, and 1 cup water to the saucepan. Stir everything well to combine.

Cook over medium heat for 20 minutes, or until the mixture is thickened and bubbly, stirring constantly to prevent sticking.

Add 3/4 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until it's completely melted and smooth.

Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.