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Broccoli & Cheese Soup
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Broccoli & Cheese Soup

Broccoli & Cheese Soup uses a combination of mild cheddar and Velveeta cheeses melted into a creamy base made from butter, onions, flour, half-and-half, and chicken broth. The soup is enriched by softened broccoli, carrots, and celery, which contribute a tender bite and mild vegetable sweetness. The result is a thick, velvety soup with balanced savory and cheesy flavors.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
50 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 8
Course: Soup

Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup onion diced
  • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 4 ½ cups broccoli chopped
  • 3 carrot diced, medium
  • 3 celery diced, medium stalks
  • 8 ounces mild cheddar cheese shredded
  • 8 ounces processed cheese cubed, Velveeta brand

Instructions

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  1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in onion and saute until tender, about 3 to 4 minutes. 
  2. Whisk in flour and continue to stir until the mixture turns golden brown, this should take about 5 minutes. 
  3. Slowly whisk in half-and-half to onion mixture, stirring until the mixture is smooth. Add chicken broth, salt and pepper.
  4. Reduce heat to low to medium heat and simmer until thickened. This will take about 10 minutes. 
  5. Add broccoli, carrots, and celery. Simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the veggies are tender, but still have a bit of bite to them.
  6. Reduce heat to low. Add cheddar cheese and Velveeta to soup and cook, stirring occasionally, until the cheese melts and the soup is smooth and creamy, about 10 minutes.
  7. Give the soup a taste and add additional salt and pepper if necessary.
  8. If you prefer a thinner soup, you can add a bit more chicken broth until you reach the desired consistency.