Description
Experience the cozy delight of creamy cheddar broccoli soup, a comforting blend of sharp cheese and fresh broccoli that warms your soul on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium recommended)
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- 1. Sauté the Aromatics
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Sauté the chopped onions and minced garlic until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 2. Add Broccoli
- Stir in the fresh broccoli florets and cook for another 3–5 minutes until bright green.
- 3. Pour in the Broth
- Add 4 cups of vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes until the broccoli is tender but still vibrant.
- 4. Blend Until Smooth
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. If you don’t have one, carefully transfer it to a traditional blender in batches.
- 5. Stir in Cream and Cheese
- Return the blended soup to low heat and mix in 1 cup of heavy cream along with the grated sharp cheddar cheese. Stir until melted and creamy.
- 6. Serve
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with extra cheese or croutons if desired. Enjoy with crusty bread or a fresh salad!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 73mg