Cream of Broccoli Soup with Cheddar

Bahan-bahan (6 porsi)

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 large yellow onion, (chopped)
• 3 cloves garlic, (smashed and peeled (see note))
• 1¾ pounds broccoli, (stems cut into ½-in (13-cm) pieces/florets cut into 1-in (2.5-cm) pieces, separated)
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 cups shredded good-quality medium or sharp Cheddar cheese, (such as Cabot (from one 8-oz block))