Description
Broccoli Cheese Soup is the ultimate comfort food, boasting creamy textures and rich flavors that warm you from the inside out. This delightful soup features vibrant broccoli florets immersed in a velvety cheese blend, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With every spoonful, you’ll experience savory goodness that is both satisfying and hearty.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the broccoli under cold water, chop it into small florets and finely dice the stems.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add broccoli and simmer for 10-15 minutes until tender.
- Blend half of the soup using an immersion blender for a creamy texture while retaining some chunks.
- Gradually stir in the cheddar cheese until melted completely.
- Slowly add heavy cream while stirring continuously. Adjust salt and pepper as needed before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 70mg