Broccoli Cheddar Soup
A comforting bowl of creamy broccoli cheddar soup, perfect for chilly days, packed with flavor and warmth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Fresh Broccoli, cut into florets
- 1 cup Carrots, sliced or grated
- 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Cream
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 4 cups Vegetable or Chicken Broth
- 1 Onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- A dash of Nutmeg
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and chopping broccoli into small florets, peeling and slicing carrots, and dicing onion. Mincing garlic is next.
- Sauté the vegetables: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until soft and translucent, then add garlic and carrots and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Cook the broccoli: Add broccoli florets and broth to cover (about 4 cups). Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Blend the soup to your desired consistency using an immersion blender.
- Incorporate the cheese and cream: Return to low heat, stir in cheese and cream until melted and heated through.
- Serve and enjoy in bowls, garnished with croutons or extra cheese if desired.
Notes
Pairs well with crusty bread or a simple green salad. Can be stored in the fridge or frozen for later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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