Description
A comforting and creamy Loaded Broccoli Cheddar Soup, perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head fresh broccoli, chopped into florets
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Wash and chop the broccoli, dice the onion, and mince the garlic.
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large soup pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Add the broccoli: Stir in the broccoli florets and cook for a few minutes.
- Pour in the broth: Add the broth and bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until broccoli is tender.
- Blend the soup: Purée the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender, leaving some texture if desired.
- Mix in the cream and cheese: Return pot to low heat, stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese, and mix until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve and enjoy: Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with toppings like crispy bacon bits or fresh herbs.
Notes
This soup can be customized with various toppings like crispy bacon, fresh chives, or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: broccoli soup, cheddar soup, comfort food, vegetarian soup, creamy soup