Description
Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for warming up on chilly days. This luscious soup features fresh broccoli florets enveloped in a rich, velvety cheddar cheese sauce, making it an ideal choice for cozy dinners or impressive gatherings. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, this delightful dish delivers both nutrition and satisfaction in every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 large carrot, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté chopped onion, grated carrot, and minced garlic in a drizzle of olive oil until soft and fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- Add broccoli florets and vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until broccoli is tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. If using a regular blender, work in batches carefully.
- Return the blended soup to the pot. Gradually stir in milk while heating gently over low heat.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until fully melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional cheese or croutons if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg