Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Broccoli Cheddar Soup that captures the essence of café-style dining at home. This creamy, cheesy delight is packed with vibrant broccoli and rich cheddar, making it the perfect dish for chilly evenings. Easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying, this recipe will warm your soul and leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in the broccoli florets and sauté briefly until bright green.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes until the broccoli is tender.
- Blend the mixture using an immersion blender until smooth (or transfer it to a regular blender in batches).
- Return the blended soup to low heat. Slowly stir in the heavy cream, being careful not to boil.
- Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until melted and well combined.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Freshly grated cheese melts better than pre-packaged shredded varieties—opt for block cheese for maximum flavor. For added nutrition, consider substituting some broccoli with kale or adding diced carrots for extra color. Spice it up with cayenne or nutmeg for an exciting flavor twist!