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: 4 cups unsalted chicken stock, divided; 1/2 cup uncooked instant brown rice; 1 cup 1% low-fat milk; 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 cup chopped onion; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/4 pounds broccoli florets, coarsely chopped; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 5 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and divided (about 1 1/4 cups)

Servings: persons

4 cups unsalted chicken stock, divided
1/2 cup uncooked instant brown rice
1 cup 1% low-fat milk
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/4 pounds broccoli florets, coarsely chopped
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
5 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and divided (about 1 1/4 cups)

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Combine 2 cups stock and rice in a small saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 25 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Place rice mixture and milk in a blender. Remove center piece of blender lid (to allow steam to escape); secure blender lid on blender. Place a clean towel over opening in blender lid (to avoid splatters). Blend until smooth.
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Heat a large saucepan over medium heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add onion; saute 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds. Add broccoli and salt; cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add remaining 2 cups stock; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes or just until broccoli is tender. Add rice mixture; simmer 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Place 2 cups soup in blender; process until smooth. Return pureed soup to pan. Add pepper and 4 ounces cheese; stir until cheese melts. Divide soup evenly among 6 bowls; sprinkle evenly with remaining 1 ounce cheese.
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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: 4 cups unsalted chicken stock, divided, 1/2 cup uncooked instant brown rice, 1 cup 1% low-fat milk, 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, 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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