Description
This Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a creamy and comforting dish perfect for a cozy meal. With the goodness of fresh broccoli, sharp cheddar cheese, and warm spices, it’s a flavorful soup that’s easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
Broth Base:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups whole milk
Soup:
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped small
- 1 large carrot, grated or finely chopped
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Sprinkle in the flour and cook, whisking constantly, for 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
- Slowly pour in the broth while whisking, followed by the milk.
- Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the broccoli and carrot, reduce heat, and simmer for 15–20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg if using. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, blend part or all of the soup using an immersion blender.
- You can also use frozen broccoli, just reduce the cooking time slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
