How to Make Broccoli Cheddar Soup from Scratch: The Best Comfort Recipe
Learn how to make delicious and creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup from scratch with this simple recipe!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: soup
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups chopped broccoli
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until soft.
- Stir in flour, cooking for 1 minute until golden.
- Gradually add vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
- Add broccoli. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in milk and cheese, cooking until cheese is melted.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, blend a portion of it after cooking.
- Feel free to add other vegetables for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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