Creamy Broccoli and Cheddar Soup Recipe

Name: Creamy Broccoli and Cheddar Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 12 lbs broccoli (stalks peeled and cut into 1/2 inch slices, florets chopped into 1/2 inch pieces); 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1 cup heavy cream; ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg; 3 cups shredded mild cheddar cheese (plus extra for garnish); salt; cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 12 lbs broccoli (stalks peeled and cut into 1/2 inch slices, florets chopped into 1/2 inch pieces)
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 cups shredded mild cheddar cheese (plus extra for garnish)
salt
cayenne pepper

1
Melt the butter in a big pot over medium heat.
2
Add in onion; cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
3
Add in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
4
Add the broccoli stalks and cook until bright green and just beginning to soften, about 5 minutes.
5
Stir in the broth; increase heat to med-high and simmer until the stalks are tender, about 5 minutes.
6
Add the florets, cream, and nutmeg; simmer until the florets are tender, about 5 minutes.
7
Puree the soup in two batches in a blender until smooth; return to the pot, and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
8
Stir in the cheese until melted and season with salt and cayenne.
9
Serve, garnished with extra cheese (the soup can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat over medium heat until hot, but do not boil or the cheese will separate).

1110

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

101

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 large onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 12 lbs broccoli (stalks peeled and cut into 1/2 inch slices, florets chopped into 1/2 inch pieces), and more.

Yes, Creamy Broccoli and 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.

Creamy Broccoli and Cheddar Soup

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