Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe

Name: Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2-3 cups fresh broccoli; 2 cups chicken broth; 1/2 cup white onions, finely diced (can use more); 1/2 cup baby carrots, finely diced; 1 clove garlic, minced; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 cup whole milk; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 11/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup smoked gouda cheese

Servings: persons

2-3 cups fresh broccoli
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup white onions, finely diced (can use more)
1/2 cup baby carrots, finely diced
1 clove garlic, minced
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup whole milk
1 cup heavy whipping cream
11/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup smoked gouda cheese

1
Place broccoli in a large bowl with about 4 tablespoons of water.
2
Cover bowl with plastic wrap and microwave for 7-10 minutes or until broccoli is steamed and tender.
3
Chop broccoli into tiny pieces. Set aside.
4
In a medium pot, add chicken broth, onion, carrots and garlic.
5
Bring to a boil and then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until onions are tender. Set aside.
6
Add milk and heavy cream to a bowl and microwave until warm. Set aside.
7
In a large pot or deep skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
8
Whisk in flour, stirring constantly for about 1-2 minutes. Reduce heat if flour starts to brown.
9
Add in salt and pepper and continue to stir for 1 minute.
10
Slowly stir in milk and heavy cream.
11
Stir in chicken broth mixture.
12
Stir in cheeses.
13
Add the broccoli
14
Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2-3 cups fresh broccoli, 2 cups chicken broth, 1/2 cup white onions, finely diced (can use more), 1/2 cup baby carrots, finely diced, and more.

Yes, Broccoli Cheddar Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Broccoli Cheddar Soup

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