This soup broccoli cheddar soup recipe is creamy, cheesy, and delicious. It is the perfect comfort food to warm you on cold days and you only need a few ingredients to make it!
Broccoli has always been one of my favorite veggies. And around wintertime, this soup is one of my favorite soups to enjoy. Did I mention that I love making broccoli? It’s probably one of my go-to weeknight sides to make. I usually just toss them on a sheet pan and roast them when I’m in the mood for something healthy and quick. During the winter, most of my soups have broccoli added to them. I know I don’t speak for myself when I say that broccoli cheddar soup is one of my favorites.
BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP INGREDIENTS
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Broccoli – the star of the show of course! I use tons of broccoli florets simply because it’s easier.
Garlic – Gives this soup a nice, savory depth.
Onion and carrots – They make this soup savory with a hint of sweetness!
Milk and cream – These make the soup nice and creamy! I use whole milk for this recipe with a hint of cream.
Chicken broth – I love making these from scratch, but store-bought works here too.
Butter and flour – Gotta have these to make the roux that thickens this soup.
Spices – I use a little garlic powder, onion powder, paprika turmeric.
Cheddar Cheese – This goes without saying, but what’s the point of this soup without tons of it? I love cheddar and I use mild cheddar and Monterey Jack.
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How To Make Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Course: DinnerCuisine: American6
servings10
minutes25
minutes1
hour10
minutesIngredients
16 oz 16 broccoli florets
1 1 yellow onion, chopped
2 2 carrots chopped
2 cloves 2 garlic, minced
2 cups 2 shredded cheddar
2 cups 2 chicken broth
2 cups 2 whole milk
1/4 cup 1/4 heavy cream
1/4 cup 1/4 unsalted butter
1/4 cup 1/4 all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp 1/4 garlic powder
1/4 tsp 1/4 onion powder
1/4 tsp 1/4 paprika
1/4 tsp 1/4 turmeric
salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large pot, melt the butter on medium heat. Add the onion and carrots and sauté until the veggies are translucent.
- Add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute, or until you can smell the garlic.
- Add the flour and cook for another minute, stirring often to keep the flour from burning or sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Gradually add in the chicken stock and milk, stirring constantly.
- Allow the mixture to cook for 5 minutes, stirring often to keep it from burning.
- Add the broccoli, and all of the seasonings, season with salt and pepper, and stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover with a lid. Allow the soup to simmer for about 10 minutes: until the broccoli and carrots are tender.
- Remove from heat and blend the soup to the desired texture.
- Stir in the cheese.
- Add the heavy cream
- Serve immediately.
