Broccoli Cheese Soup
Broccoli cheese soup is a comforting and satisfying dish that combines creamy cheddar with fresh broccoli, creating a delightful blend of flavors and textures. Perfect for chilly nights or cozy gatherings, this easy-to-make soup comes together in just a short amount of time. Serve it with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your veggies: Wash and chop broccoli into bite-sized pieces. Dice onion and mince garlic.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sauté the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add broccoli: Stir in chopped broccoli and vegetable broth. Simmer for about 10 minutes until broccoli is tender but bright green.
- Blend: Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth (or blend in batches). For desired texture, pulse gently if you want some chunks of broccoli.
- Make it creamy: Stir in heavy cream and most of the shredded cheddar cheese over low heat until melted and creamy.
- Season & serve: Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot, topped with remaining cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider adding carrots or cauliflower. Experiment with different cheeses such as Gruyère or mozzarella for variety. To make it spicier, incorporate red pepper flakes or jalapeños.