Description
A warm and creamy broccoli cheddar soup that is perfect for chilly days, offering a cozy and comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in broccoli florets and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until broccoli is tender.
- Pureé the soup using an immersion blender until smooth.
- Return the soup to medium heat, add heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until cheese is melted and the soup is creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Use sharp cheddar for a more robust flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg