Description
Warm up with a bowl of Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup, a delightful dish that combines tender broccoli florets with sharp cheddar cheese in a velvety smooth base. This comforting soup is perfect for warming your soul on chilly days and is loved by both kids and adults. Whether you’re hosting a cozy dinner or need a quick meal prep idea, this easy recipe delivers both flavor and satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add broccoli florets and vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes until broccoli is tender.
- Blend the soup with an immersion blender until smooth (or transfer to a countertop blender).
- Return the blended soup to the pot, stir in whole milk, cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper; heat over low until cheese melts.
- For thickness, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the soup; simmer until thickened if desired.
- Serve hot garnished with chives or parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg