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Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe

A creamy and comforting soup perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Blender
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups Broccoli florets
  • 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Chicken broth
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions: 

  • 1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent.
  • 2. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  • 3. Add broccoli florets and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until broccoli is tender, about 10 minutes.
  • 4. Use a blender to puree the soup until smooth. Return to pot.
  • 5. Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Cook until cheese is melted and soup is heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • 6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes:

For a thicker soup, add a bit of flour to the butter and onions to make a roux before adding the broth.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Keywords:

Keyword Broccoli, Cheddar, Soup
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