Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup
A rich and comforting soup made with fresh broccoli, creamy cheddar cheese, and a blend of milk and half-and-half. Perfect for chilly days, this soup is both satisfying and nutritious, making it a great addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup half-and-half cream
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 1/2 cups chopped fresh broccoli
- 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a stockpot, melt butter over medium heat. Cook onion and celery in butter until tender, stirring frequently.
- Add broccoli and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until broccoli is tender, about 10 minutes.
- In a separate saucepan, whisk together milk, half-and-half, and cornstarch until smooth. Stir into soup, and cook until thickened, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in cheese until melted and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg