Easy Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe
A warm, comforting soup made with broccoli and creamy cheddar cheese, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
- 1 cup carrots peeled and sliced
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups chicken broth low sodium
- 2 cups half-and-half
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded, sharp
- 1 tablespoon butter unsalted
- 3 tablespoons flour all-purpose
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic. Sauté until onions become translucent.
- Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute, ensuring it's not burned.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add broccoli and carrots. Cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
- Reduce heat and stir in the half-and-half and cheddar cheese, stirring until cheese is melted and well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.