Broccoli Cheddar Soup: The Best Creamy Comfort Food Recipe
A delicious and comforting Broccoli Cheddar Soup that combines the rich flavors of cheddar cheese with fresh broccoli.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: soup
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
- Add broccoli florets and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer until the broccoli is tender.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and combined.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg