Spicy Keto Broccoli-Cheddar Soup Recipe

Name: Spicy Keto Broccoli-Cheddar Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 large onion, coarsely chopped (white or sweet); kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne; 1 lb coarsely chopped broccoli floret, with 2-inches stem; 4 sprigs fresh thyme, plus leaves from 4 sprigs, for serving; 3 cups low sodium chicken broth; 1/3 cup heavy cream; 3 ounces coarsely grated Fontina cheese (1/2 cup packed); 4 ounces coarsely grated sharp white cheddar cheese (1 cup packed, more for serving); extra-virgin olive oil, for serving

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large onion, coarsely chopped (white or sweet)
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1 lb coarsely chopped broccoli floret, with 2-inches stem
4 sprigs fresh thyme, plus leaves from 4 sprigs, for serving
3 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup heavy cream
3 ounces coarsely grated Fontina cheese (1/2 cup packed)
4 ounces coarsely grated sharp white cheddar cheese (1 cup packed, more for serving)
extra-virgin olive oil, for serving

1
Melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. When foaming subsides, add onion and season generously with salt and pepper. Saute, stirring occasionally, until onions are translucent and beginning to turn golden on the edges, about 7 minutes.
2
Add cayenne and toast until fragrant, 30 seconds.
3
Add broccoli, thyme, and chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until broccoli is just tender, about 7 minutes.
4
Add cream. Using an immersion blender, blend mixture until smooth.
5
On low heat, add fontina and cheddar and cook until melted.
6
Season with salt and pepper, divide among serving bowls, and top with fresh thyme and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve.

669

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* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 large onion, coarsely chopped (white or sweet), kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne, and more.

Yes, Spicy Keto 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.

Spicy Keto Broccoli-Cheddar Soup

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