Cheesy Cream of Broccoli Soup
Cheesy Cream of Broccoli Soup
Yield 6
Prep time
10 MinCook time
15 MinTotal time
25 MinNothing beats a cozy bowl of soup on a chilly day. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight meal or something special to serve guests, this cheesy cream of broccoli soup brings together simple ingredients with big, comforting flavours. Plus, it's a great way to sneak in some greens while savouring all that cheesy goodness. Serve it with a crusty bread roll for dipping, and you'll have a meal that feels both wholesome and a little indulgent.
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 2⁄3 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 1⁄4 cup chopped onion
- 4 cups broccoli, cut into bite sized pieces
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 3⁄4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the 6 T. butter. Add in the flour and stir until blended; do not brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt the 2 T. butter. Add onion; cook until tender. Add chopped broccoli florets, cook and stir about 5-6 minutes. Add the chicken broth. Increase the heat and bring to a boil.
- When the broccoli is completely cooked, lower the heat and use an immersion blender to blend until desired consistency is reached.
- Return to a boil. Whisking constantly, add the flour mixture. Cook and stir until soup is thickened.
- Add the salt, pepper, and milk. Heat through and add the cheese.
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Nutrition Facts
Calories
324Carbs
18 gCholesterol
57 mgFat
24 gFiber
2 gNet carbs
16 gProtein
10 gSat. Fat
12 gSodium
1504 mgSugar
4 gNote: You can substitute 1/2 an 1/2 instead of the milk for a creamier soup.
*Nutritional information has been automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
