The Ultimate Broccoli Cheddar Soup
A comforting and creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup that’s perfect for chilly days, packed with flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Broccoli, chopped
- 1 cup Carrots, diced
- 2 cups Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Cream
- 4 cups Vegetable Broth
- 1 Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
Instructions
- Prep Your Veggies: Start by washing and chopping your broccoli and carrots.
- Sauté the Base: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Toss in the chopped onion and cook until softened.
- Add Garlic and Carrots: Add minced garlic and diced carrots. Sauté until carrots begin to soften.
- Incorporate Broccoli and Broth: Add chopped broccoli and vegetable broth. Stir and bring to a boil.
- Simmer: Reduce heat and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, until broccoli is tender.
- Blend the Soup: Use an immersion blender to achieve desired consistency.
- Add the Cream and Cheese: Stir in cream and cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve it Up!: Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy!
Notes
For a bit of tang, a splash of lemon juice can enhance the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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