Creamy Broccoli and Ham Soup With Cheese Recipe

Name: Creamy Broccoli and Ham Soup With Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) bag frozen broccoli, thawed; ½ cup chopped sweet onion; ½ cup uncooked instant rice; 2 ½ teaspoons Italian salad dressing; ¾ cup chopped cooked ham; 1 cup milk; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 2 ½ cups chicken broth; 1 cup water; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1
Cook onion in dressing in a large saucepan until tender.
2
Add broth, water, and broccoli.
3
Bring to a boil 8 to 10 minutes or until broccoli is tender.
4
Stir in milk and rice.
5
Reduce heat to medium.
6
Cook 5 minutes.
7
Pour into a blender container in small batches.
8
Blend until smooth.
9
Return to saucepan.
10
Add ham; stir until ham is heated through.
11
Top each serving with 1/3 cup cheese.
12
Serve with croutons if desired.

689

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1 (16 ounce) bag frozen broccoli, thawed, ½ cup chopped sweet onion, ½ cup uncooked instant rice, 2 ½ teaspoons Italian salad dressing, and more.

Yes, Creamy Broccoli and Ham Soup With Cheese 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.

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Creamy Broccoli and Ham Soup With Cheese

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Variations & substitutions

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