Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup
A heartwarming bowl of Broccoli Cheddar Soup, bursting with flavor and perfect for cozy nights.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Broccoli (about 4 cups chopped)
- Carrots (2 medium-sized)
- Cheddar Cheese (2 cups, shredded)
- Heavy Cream (1 cup)
- Vegetable or Chicken Broth (4 cups)
- Butter (2 tablespoons)
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Onion (1 medium, diced)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Start by washing and chopping your broccoli into bite-sized florets and dicing your carrots and onion. Mince the garlic as well.
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Cook the vegetables: Toss in your chopped carrots and broccoli, stirring for about 5 minutes until they soften slightly.
- Add your broth: Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until tender.
- Incorporate the cream and cheese: After blending half for creaminess, stir in heavy cream and cheddar until melted.
- Season to taste: Add salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Serve hot: Ladle into warm bowls, garnish, and enjoy!
Notes
For variations, consider adding crushed red pepper for spice or nutmeg for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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