Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe
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4.9
Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe
Description
The Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe starts with sautéing butter, onion, and garlic as a flavorful base. Flour is added and cooked briefly to form a roux which thickens the soup. Milk and chicken broth are slowly whisked in, followed by finely chopped broccoli. The soup is simmered until the broccoli softens, then removed from heat to stir in heavy cream and a combination of sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheeses until melted and smooth.
The resulting soup is creamy and smooth with tender broccoli pieces providing texture. The cheese blend adds a rich and savory depth without overpowering the mild broccoli and onion flavors. Seasoned simply with salt and fresh ground pepper, it keeps the taste balanced. Serving it warm enhances its comforting nature.
This soup suits cooler days and can be served on its own or with crusty bread. Using freshly shredded cheese improves melt and flavor, and adjusting broccoli quantity can intensify the vegetable presence.
Ingredients
- 6 Tbsp butter cut into 1 Tbsp pieces
- 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion
- 1 garlic finely minced, large clove
- 1/4 cup + 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 1/4 cups milk then more to thin if desired, low-fat
- 1 (14.5 oz) can chicken broth low-sodium
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups (packed) finely chopped broccoli fresh florets
- 10 oz (2 1/2 cups) cheddar cheese or extra sharp cheddar cheese, plus more for serving, sharp
- 1 oz (1/3 cup) finely shredded Parmesan Cheese
- salt to taste, freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, freshly ground
Instructions
- Melt butter in pot over medium-high heat. Add in onions and cook, stirring frequently until nearly soft, about 4 - 5 minutes.
- Add in garlic and flour, and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- While whisking, slowly pour in milk then chicken broth. Stir in broccoli.
- Cook stirring constantly until mixture begins to thicken. Then reduce heat to low and allow to cook, stirring very frequently, until broccoli is tender, about 6 - 8 minutes.
- Remove from heat. Stir in heavy cream then stir in cheddar and parmesan cheese, mixing until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm with more cheddar if desired.
Notes
- Use only the floret portion of broccoli for best texture; chop florets into small, uniform pieces.
- Choose sharp cheddar for bolder flavor or milder cheddar for a gentler taste.
- Freshly shredding cheese from blocks is recommended to enhance melting and flavor.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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