Description
A quick and easy creamy broccoli cheddar soup that is comforting and delicious, perfect for weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk or cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: cooked chicken or a protein of choice
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add broccoli florets and pour in the vegetable or chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until broccoli is tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or transfer to a blender in batches.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and milk or cream, heating until cheese is melted and the soup is warmed through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Optionally, add cooked chicken or your choice of protein before serving.
Notes
For best results, use freshly shredded cheese for a silky texture. If using a blender, fill it only halfway to prevent overflow.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: broccoli soup, cheddar soup, comfort food, easy recipes, quick meals