Description
A warm and creamy Loaded Broccoli Cheddar Soup that blends flavors of fresh broccoli with rich cheddar cheese, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
- Fresh Broccoli
- Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- Butter
- Onion
- Garlic
- Vegetable or Chicken Broth
- Heavy Cream or Milk
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until softened and translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 more minute.
- Add the Broccoli: Pour in your broth and bring to a boil. Add the broccoli and reduce the heat, allowing it to simmer until tender (about 5-7 minutes).
- Blend It Up: For a creamy texture, blend the soup with an immersion blender or transfer it to a blender in batches, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Cheese Time: Stir in the cheddar cheese gradually, allowing it to melt into the broth.
- Cream It Up: Add heavy cream or milk and stir until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve Hot: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with extra cheese, croutons, or sautéed mushrooms.
Notes
For a different flavor profile, you can substitute broccoli for cauliflower or use low-fat cheese. Ensure to taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: broccoli cheese soup, comfort food, family recipe, creamy soup, vegetarian soup