Creamy Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe

Name: Creamy Broccoli Cheese Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons salted butter; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 large garlic clove (minced); 2 tablespoons minced fresh onions; 1 cup beef broth; 2 cups heavy cream; 2 cups 2% low-fat milk; 4 cups chopped broccoli; 1/3 cup shredded carrot (optional); 1 stalk celery (finely chopped); 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 4 1/2 ounces 2% cheddar cheese (sharp, block style cheese, freshly shredded or cut into small, thin pieces); 1/2 ounce smoked white cheddar cheese (block style, freshly shredded or cut into small, thin pieces); salt & pepper

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons salted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 large garlic clove (minced)
2 tablespoons minced fresh onions
1 cup beef broth
2 cups heavy cream
2 cups 2% low-fat milk
4 cups chopped broccoli
1/3 cup shredded carrot (optional)
1 stalk celery (finely chopped)
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
4 1/2 ounces 2% cheddar cheese (sharp, block style cheese, freshly shredded or cut into small, thin pieces)
1/2 ounce smoked white cheddar cheese (block style, freshly shredded or cut into small, thin pieces)
salt & pepper

1
In a large pot, add butter, onions, and garlic. Sautee over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
2
Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
3
Slowly add beef broth and then the cream. Cook for 2 minutes, whisking constantly.
4
Slowly whisk in milk, then add in the broccoli, celery, carrots, and nutmeg.
5
Reduce heat to medium-low and cook until broccoli is tender.
6
Remove from the heat and allow to sit for approximately 1 minute. When making cheese soups and sauces, adding the cheese to a mixture that is too hot can result in gritty texture.
7
Add cheese, salt, and pepper, then stir until smooth.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons salted butter, 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 large garlic clove (minced), 2 tablespoons minced fresh onions, and more.

Yes, Creamy Broccoli Cheese 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 Cheese Soup

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