Description
Indulge in this creamy and comforting cheddar broccoli soup, perfect for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings. Packed with flavor and easy to make, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Sauté the Aromatics
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- 2. Add the Broccoli
- Stir in the chopped broccoli florets and cook for about 3 minutes until they turn bright green but remain tender-crisp.
- 3. Pour in the Broth
- Add the vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes until the broccoli is tender.
- 4. Blend It Up
- Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth (or leave some chunks if you prefer texture).
- 5. Stir in Cream and Cheese
- Return the blended soup to low heat. Gradually stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and combined.
- 6. Season and Serve
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and enjoy warm!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg