Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe. Rich and creamy, it’s bursting with the flavors of sharp cheddar and Parmesan, perfectly complementing tender broccoli florets. This cozy soup is a breeze to make, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish. Pair it with crusty bread for a delightful meal that warms you from the inside out. Ideal for family dinners or chilly nights, this Broccoli Cheese Soup is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 Tbsp butter
- 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion
- 1 large clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup + 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 1/4 cups low-fat milk
- 1 can low-sodium chicken broth (14.5 oz)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups finely chopped fresh broccoli florets
- 10 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 oz finely shredded Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, melt the butter and add onions. Sauté until soft (about 4-5 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and flour, cooking for about 1 minute while stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in milk and chicken broth; then add chopped broccoli.
- Cook while stirring until thickened, then lower heat and simmer until broccoli is tender (6-8 minutes).
- Remove from heat, stir in heavy cream, cheddar, and Parmesan until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg