Description
Experience the warmth and comfort of Easy Broccoli Cheddar Soup, a delightful dish that’s both creamy and hearty. This soup is perfect for family dinners, cozy lunches, or chilly evenings at home. With its rich flavors and smooth texture, it’s sure to please everyone from kids to adults. Pair it with crusty bread for dipping or serve it in a sourdough bread bowl for a charming presentation.
Ingredients
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- 5 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ onion (chopped)
- ⅓ cups all purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 celery stalk (finely diced)
- 2½ cups broccoli (chopped into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 3 cups shredded cheddar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for 2 minutes until lightly golden. Stir in chicken stock along with salt and pepper.
- Add diced celery and chopped broccoli; bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer until veggies are tender, about 15 minutes.
- Stir in the milk and simmer until thickened, roughly 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from heat; gradually stir in shredded cheddar until melted.
- Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding garlic powder or nutmeg. Substitute different cheeses like Gruyère or Monterey Jack for variety. To make it vegetarian, replace chicken stock with vegetable broth.