Description
Warm up with this creamy cheddar broccoli soup, a delightful blend of fresh broccoli and sharp cheddar, perfect for chilly days. This simple recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients:
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium)
- 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Instructions:
- 1. Prepare Your Veggies:
- – Wash and chop the broccoli into small florets.
- – Dice the onion finely and mince the garlic.
- 2. Sauté the Base:
- – In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil.
- – Add onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- – Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 3. Add Broccoli:
- – Add the broccoli florets and vegetable broth to the pot.
- – Bring to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes until the broccoli is tender but still bright green.
- 4. Blend It Up:
- – Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth (or transfer carefully to a regular blender).
- – If you prefer some texture, blend only partially.
- 5. Stir in Dairy:
- – Return the blended mixture to low heat.
- – Gradually stir in milk or cream until fully incorporated.
- – Add grated sharp cheddar cheese bit by bit until melted.
- 6. Season and Serve:
- – Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- – Serve hot with crusty bread on the side or garnish with extra cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
