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Cheesy Broccoli Soup

A real warming classic, this broccoli cheddar soup is the best comfort food! With its irresistible combination of savory cheddar cheese and tender broccoli - cheddar broccoli soup is the perfect mix of cheesy goodness and a hearty veggie meal. 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 367 kcal
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 4 cups stock vegetable or chicken
  • 12 ounces broccoli rough chop (see note)
  • ½ cup carrots shredded or diced
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 2 cups heavy cream or whipping cream
  • ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions

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  1. Melt butter in large pot.
  2. Add onion and carrots and cook until translucent.
  3. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Add flour and stir until all the onions are coated. Cook about 2 minutes.
  5. Add broccoli.
  6. Add stock, stir well, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  7. With an immersion blender, blend soup (off the heat) until about half of it is smoothed out, or to your preference.
  8. Add salt and pepper to taste, cream and nutmeg.
  9. Bring back to a simmer and then turn off heat, stirring occasionally.
  10. Add cheese and stir until melted.

Notes

  • Fresh or frozen broccoli and cauliflower can be used. If using frozen, thaw (rinse under warm water) to be sure you are getting a packed cup.

Nutrition Information

Calories 367kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 31g (48%) Saturated Fat 19g (95%) Cholesterol 102mg (34%) Sodium 778mg (32%) Potassium 213mg (6%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 1420IU (28%) Vitamin C 22.9mg (25%) Calcium 344mg (34%) Iron 0.6mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 367

% Daily Value*

Calories 367kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 31g 48%
Saturated Fat 19g 95%
Cholesterol 102mg 34%
Sodium 778mg 32%
Potassium 213mg 5%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 1420IU 28%
Vitamin C 22.9mg 25%
Calcium 344mg 34%
Iron 0.6mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.