Description

Broccoli Cheese Soup is the ultimate comfort food, enveloping your senses in creamy, cheesy goodness. This hearty soup features vibrant green broccoli and sharp cheddar cheese, making it a perfect dish for chilly nights or cozy gatherings. Easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying, it’s a go-to recipe that will warm your heart and fill your belly with happiness.

Ingredients

Scale

4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prep veggies: Wash and chop broccoli into bite-sized pieces. Dice onion and mince garlic.
Sauté aromatics: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions; cook until translucent. Stir in garlic for another minute.
Create roux: Sprinkle flour over the sautéed mixture; stir for about two minutes until combined.
Simmer: Gradually whisk in chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil. Add broccoli and simmer for about ten minutes until tender.
Blend: Use an immersion blender to puree some soup while leaving chunks for texture. Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheese until melted.
Serve: Ladle soup into bowls, garnishing with extra cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 750mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: - For a vegan version, substitute cheese with plant-based alternatives and use vegetable broth.- Add crispy bacon bits on top for extra crunch or mix in additional vegetables like carrots for added nutrition.