Description
Broccoli Cheese Soup is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender broccoli with rich, gooey cheddar cheese in a creamy base. Perfect for chilly nights, this delightful soup is easy to make and will warm your soul with every spoonful. Serve it alongside crusty bread for a complete meal that your family and friends will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 large head)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Sauté onions and garlic in a pot with olive oil over medium heat until soft (about 3 minutes).
- Add broccoli florets and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes or until broccoli is tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender (blend half for chunkiness if desired).
- Return to low heat; stir in heavy cream and grated cheddar until melted.
- Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg to taste.
- Serve hot with extra cheese or croutons on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg