Description
A warm and creamy soup filled with fresh broccoli and melted cheddar cheese, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: sautéed mushrooms, thyme, or nutmeg
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add onions and sauté until translucent.
- Add garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in broccoli and any sautéed mushrooms; sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 8-10 minutes until broccoli is tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup to your desired texture.
- Reduce heat and stir in cream or milk gradually; add cheese a handful at a time until melted.
- Season with salt, pepper, and additional herbs as desired.
- Serve in bowls, garnishing with extra cheese or croutons if desired.
Notes
For a thicker soup, mix cornstarch with cold water and stir into the soup. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: broccoli soup, cheddar soup, comfort food, creamy soup, healthy recipe