Description
This rich and creamy broccoli and cheese soup is a hearty and comforting dish that combines tender broccoli with sharp cheddar and creamy milk. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, this soup is sure to warm you up from the inside out.
Ingredients
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Broccoli and Cheese Soup:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk or cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: pinch of nutmeg for depth
Instructions
- Saute Onions and Garlic: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, and sauté until soft, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add Broccoli and Broth: Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute, then add vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
- Cook Broccoli: Add broccoli florets, cover, and cook for 10–12 minutes or until tender.
- Blend Soup: Reduce heat to low. Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup (or transfer half to a blender).
- Add Cheese and Milk: Stir in milk and shredded cheddar, allowing cheese to melt completely.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg if desired. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop, Blender
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 65mg