Description
A creamy, cheesy broccoli cheddar soup that’s rich, comforting, and easy to customize with your favorite add-ins.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups broccoli florets, chopped
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and garlic, sauté until translucent and fragrant.
- Sprinkle in the flour and whisk continuously for 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
- Slowly whisk in the broth to avoid lumps, and bring to a simmer.
- Add chopped broccoli and cook for 10–15 minutes, or until tender.
- Stir in milk and heavy cream, allowing the soup to heat through without boiling.
- Blend the soup with an immersion blender to desired consistency—smooth or chunky.
- Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional paprika.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or croutons if desired.
Notes
- Add cooked shredded chicken for extra protein.
- Use cauliflower in place of or alongside broccoli for variation.
- Stir in Dijon mustard for a tangy flavor boost.
- Top with crispy bacon bits or caramelized onions.
- Make it spicy with red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 85mg