Description
A comforting and nourishing broccoli cheddar soup that combines creamy cheese with fresh broccoli.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a pot over medium heat.
- Sauté the chopped onion until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the flour and cook for about one minute.
- Add vegetable broth and milk gradually while whisking.
- Add the broccoli florets and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook for about 10-15 minutes or until tender.
- Blend for smoothness if desired.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread or in bread bowls for a hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: broccoli soup, cheddar cheese soup, comfort food, vegetarian soup