Description
A delightful blend of flavors and textures, this Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a comforting dish perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until they are soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the broccoli florets to the pot. Stir them in and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing them to soften slightly.
- Pour the vegetable broth into the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- When reheating, do so on the stove over low heat, stirring frequently.
- If freezing, do so before adding the cheese and thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: broccoli cheddar soup, creamy soup, comfort food, vegetarian soup