Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup
A comforting and nostalgic broccoli cheddar soup that warms the soul.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Broccoli: Fresh broccoli florets
- Cheddar Cheese: Sharp, grated cheddar
- Onion: 1 diced onion
- Garlic: 2 cloves of minced garlic
- Vegetable Broth: 4 cups
- Milk: 1 cup whole milk
- Butter: 2 tablespoons
- Flour: ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and Pepper: to taste
- Optional Garnish: Croutons or extra cheese
Instructions
- Prep your veggies: Wash and chop broccoli, dice onion, and mince garlic.
- Sauté the aromatics: Melt butter, sauté onion until translucent, then add garlic.
- Make the roux: Sprinkle in flour, stir for 2 minutes until golden.
- Add the broth: Gradually whisk in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer for 10 minutes.
- In with the broccoli: Add broccoli and cook for another 10-15 minutes.
- Create creaminess: Lower heat, stir in milk, then add cheddar cheese until melted.
- Season to taste: Adjust with salt and pepper, and optionally add hot sauce or lemon juice.
- Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with croutons or extra cheese.
Notes
Serve in rustic bread bowls for a fun presentation. Pairs well with side salads or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: broccoli soup, cheddar soup, comfort food, vegetarian soup, creamy soup