Description
A comforting and creamy soup made with fresh broccoli and sharp cheddar cheese, perfect for chilly days and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 diced onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 3 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme or parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chopped broccoli florets and stir for a few more minutes to allow them to soften.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the broccoli is tender, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring the heat back to medium.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and well incorporated. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste.
- For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to blend the soup to your liking, or leave it chunky for a rustic feel.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese, sautéed mushrooms, or crispy bacon if desired.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or oat milk. Adjust cheese varieties for different flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: broccoli cheddar soup, comfort food, creamy soup, family recipe