Soup with broccoli, cheese, and potatoes.

List of items needed:
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 piece of celery, cut into small pieces
2 small pieces of garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon of butter without salt
2 tablespoons of flour, which can be regular, whole wheat, or gluten-free.
2 and a half cups of low-sodium chicken broth (you can use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
1 cup of low-fat milk
2 small potatoes, peeled and diced into small pieces.
Use 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt, and add more if needed to suit your taste.
Ground black pepper, as much as you like.
4 cups of small broccoli pieces (equivalent to two broccoli heads)
1 and 1/2 cups of grated low-fat sharp cheddar cheese
2 pieces of American cheese made with 2% milk
1 tablespoon of shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

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