Description
Indulge in a bowl of creamy and comforting Broccoli Cheese Soup. This easy-to-make soup is packed with the goodness of fresh broccoli, sharp cheddar cheese, and a hint of nutmeg for a flavorful twist.
Ingredients
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Broccoli Cheese Soup Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 3 cups broccoli florets (chopped small)
- 1 carrot (shredded or finely chopped)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- Extra cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until soft, about 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Make Roux: Sprinkle in the flour and stir constantly for 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
- Add Liquids: Slowly whisk in the broth and milk, ensuring no lumps remain. Add the broccoli and carrots, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Melt Cheese: Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg if using.
- Blend (Optional): For a smoother texture, blend part of the soup using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Serve: Serve hot, topped with extra cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, reduce the milk slightly or add more cheese.
- You can substitute half-and-half for a richer texture, or add a dash of hot sauce for a kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
