Save A creamy, comforting soup featuring tender broccoli and sharp cheddar cheese—perfect for cozy nights or a quick, satisfying meal.
Every time we make this broccoli cheese soup, it's a hit at our dinner table. The way the cheese melts smoothly with the tender broccoli creates a comforting dish that always delivers smiles, especially on cold evenings.
Ingredients
- Frozen broccoli florets: 500 g (1 lb)
- Onion: 1 medium, finely chopped
- Garlic cloves: 2, minced
- Sharp cheddar cheese: 200 g (2 cups), shredded
- Unsalted butter: 60 g (1/4 cup)
- Whole milk: 500 ml (2 cups)
- Vegetable broth: 250 ml (1 cup)
- All-purpose flour: 2 tbsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp (or to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper: 1/4 tsp
- Ground nutmeg: 1/4 tsp (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics:
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Form Roux:
- Sprinkle in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes to form a roux.
- Add Liquids:
- Gradually whisk in the milk and vegetable broth until smooth.
- Simmer Broccoli:
- Add the frozen broccoli, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Bring to a simmer and cook for 10–12 minutes, until the broccoli is tender.
- Blend Soup:
- Use an immersion blender to blend the soup to your desired consistency (chunky or smooth). Alternatively, blend in batches in a countertop blender, then return to the pot.
- Add Cheese:
- Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese a handful at a time, mixing until melted and smooth.
- Finish and Serve:
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or a sprinkle of black pepper if desired.
Save My family loves gathering around the table with bowls of this soup, each of us topping it with extra cheese or enjoying it with hunks of crusty bread. It's become a welcoming meal for chilly nights when we want something simple and hearty.
Required Tools
Large soup pot, wooden spoon, immersion blender or countertop blender, measuring cups and spoons, cheese grater
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (butter, milk, cheddar cheese) and gluten (flour). Check all packaged ingredients for possible allergens if sensitive.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 330, Total Fat 21 g, Carbohydrates 18 g, Protein 16 g.
Save This soup comes together in just over half an hour and has all the creamy, cheesy goodness you crave. It's a surefire way to brighten up a busy night!