Creamy Brussels Sprouts and Cheese Soup

I love this soup......but I also LOVE Brussels sprouts!

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 3  tablespoons butter
• 1  cup  chopped onion
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 3  cups vegetable broth or 3  cups chicken broth
• 2  lbs frozen Brussels sprouts, partially thawed (can use fresh, just halve them to cook quicker)
• 1  cup milk
• 2  cups half-and-half
• 1⁄4-3⁄4 teaspoon salt (to taste)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon paprika
• 1  teaspoon parsley
• 1  cup  shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Directions

1. In a large pot, melt butter; sautee onions and garlic in butter until onions are translucent -- about 5 minutes. Add broth and sprouts; cover and simmer for about 15 minutes or until sprouts are very tender.
2. Add milk, half and half, salt, pepper, paprika, parsley, and cheese. Stir until heated through and cheese is melted.
3. Puree in blender/food processor (in batches, if necessary) and serve.