Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe, a delightful blend that brings warmth and satisfaction to any meal. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this rich, cheesy soup that features vibrant broccoli and a medley of sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheeses. Perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings with friends, this soup pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a light salad.
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 (14.5 oz) can low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups finely chopped fresh broccoli florets
- 10 oz sharp cheddar cheese (plus more for serving)
- 1 oz finely shredded Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onions and cook until soft (about 4–5 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and flour; cook for about 1 minute to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in milk and chicken broth, then stir in broccoli.
- Cook until thickened, about 6–8 minutes on low heat until broccoli is tender.
- Remove from heat; stir in heavy cream, cheddar, and Parmesan until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg