Description
A comforting and creamy broccoli cheddar soup made with fresh broccoli, savory broth, and shredded sharp cheddar. This easy, homemade recipe offers a velvety texture and hearty flavor, perfect for family dinners or cozy meals.
Ingredients
5 cups broccoli, chopped into bite-sized florets (fresh or frozen)
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded (sharp or extra-sharp recommended)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 medium carrots, peeled and finely chopped
3 cups milk or cream (whole milk, half-and-half, or heavy cream)
4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
Instructions
Sauté onion and carrots in melted butter until softened
Add broccoli florets and broth to the pot; season with salt
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 10-12 minutes until broccoli is tender
Stir in flour and cook for 3-4 minutes until thickened
Reduce heat further, mix in milk/cream
Gradually add 1-2 cups of shredded cheese, stirring until melted and smooth
Ladle into bowls, garnish with remaining cheese if desired
Notes
For extra richness, use heavy cream as the dairy option
Adjust cheese amount to taste (extra sharp cheddar melts beautifully)
Store cooled soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Freeze in portioned containers for up to 2 months
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 30mg