Description
Broccoli Cheddar Soup is the ultimate comfort food, offering a delightful combination of creamy texture and robust flavors that will warm your heart. This easy-to-make soup showcases fresh broccoli and rich cheddar cheese, making it a nutritious choice for any meal. Perfect for cozy nights in or bustling weeknights, this recipe is quick to prepare and loved by both kids and adults alike. With its vibrant green hues and mouthwatering aroma, Broccoli Cheddar Soup not only satisfies your cravings but also delivers essential nutrients in every bowl.
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk or unsweetened almond milk
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 3 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 1 large carrot, julienned or finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion, sea salt, and black pepper; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute. Sprinkle in the flour and whisk for 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown.
- Gradually add the milk (or almond milk), whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
- Pour in the vegetable broth along with the broccoli florets, julienned carrot, and Dijon mustard; stir well.
- Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until the broccoli is tender yet vibrant green.
- Slowly add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed, then serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 45mg