Broccoli Cheddar Soup: The Best Comfort Food for Chilly Days
Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a creamy, delicious comfort food perfect for chilly days. This recipe combines fresh broccoli and sharp cheddar cheese in a rich, savory base.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add the broccoli and vegetable broth, bringing it to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until broccoli is tender.
- Puree the mixture until smooth, then stir in the heavy cream.
- Add the cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Cook until cheese is melted.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, blend more of the broccoli.
- Feel free to add additional seasonings to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Broccoli Cheddar Soup, Comfort Food, Soup Recipes