Broccoli Cheddar Soup: A Creamy and Easy Recipe
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of broccoli (about 4 cups)
- 1 large onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 2 cups milk (whole milk recommended)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Optional: 1/2 cup shredded Gruyere cheese, heavy cream
- Instructions:
Instructions
- Instructions:
- Prepare the vegetables by washing broccoli, chopping onion, and mincing garlic.
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, cooking until softened (5-7 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
- Whisk in flour for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Gradually pour in broth while whisking until smooth. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add broccoli and cover; cook for 10-15 minutes until tender. Blend the soup until smooth.
- Stir in milk and cheddar cheese (Gruyere if desired), mixing until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg if using. Serve hot with optional garnishes.
- Helpful Notes:
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg