1 12 ounce bag frozen steam in the bag broccoli cuts or florets, steamed per package instructions
1 12 ounce bag frozen steam in the bag crinkle cut carrots, steamed per package instructions
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add shallots and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
Stir in flour until dissolved.
Warm milk in a microwave safe cup bowl for about 30-45 seconds until just warm.
Gradually stir in milk about a 1/4 cup at a time until liquid thickens slightly.
Stir in broth and cook for about 5 minutes until heated through.
Stir in cheese until melted.
Reserve 1 1/2 cups broccoli and 1/2 cup carrots and add the remaining broccoli and carrots into soup.
Carefully pour mixture in a blender and and pulse a few times until mixture is creamy or desired consistency.
Pour mixture back into saucepan. Stir in reserved broccoli and carrots. Season with salt and pepper and bring to a simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.