Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup
A comforting and creamy broccoli cheddar soup, perfect for chilly days!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the onions and garlic in melted butter until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add the broccoli florets and broth; bring to a boil then simmer until the broccoli is tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Blend the soup until creamy using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted and combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot in bowls with optional toppings.
Notes
Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Adjust seasoning to tasting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 80mg