Broccoli Cheddar Soup
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Description
The soup starts by gently sautéing onion in butter until softened, followed by garlic and flour to form a golden roux. Milk is slowly whisked in to create a creamy base. Adding vegetable broth, broccoli, and julienned carrot allows the vegetables to simmer until tender but still retain some bite. Dijon mustard subtly sharpens the flavor profile, balancing the creamy richness. Finally, shredded cheddar cheese is gradually incorporated, melting smoothly and lending the soup its signature savory note with a rich, slightly tangy depth.
The texture is creamy and smooth with small pieces of tender broccoli and carrot providing some body. Serving with optional croutons adds a crunchy contrast. This soup works well as a comforting lunch or light dinner and can be paired with simple bread for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 1 yellow onion chopped, medium
- ½ teaspoon salt sea salt
- black pepper freshly ground
- 3 garlic chopped, cloves
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk whole or unsweetened almond milk
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 3 cups broccoli chopped florets
- 1 carrot julienned or finely chopped, large
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese about 2 heaping cups, shredded
- croutons for serving, optional, homemade
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion, salt, and several grinds of pepper and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes, or until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute, then sprinkle in the flour and whisk continuously for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the flour turns golden. Slowly pour in the milk, whisking continuously.
- Add the broth, broccoli, carrot, and mustard and stir to combine. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
- Gradually add the cheese, stirring after each addition, until all the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy. Season to taste and serve with croutons, if desired.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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