Description
Indulge in this rich, velvety bowl of classic Broccoli Cheddar Soup, a hearty comfort meal that perfectly balances nutritious broccoli florets with sharp, aged cheddar. Using a traditional roux-based method, this recipe achieves a smooth, restaurant-quality consistency without the need for heavy cream. It is a reliable, warming staple perfect for family dinners that highlights fresh ingredients and deep, savory flavors.
Ingredients
4 cups broccoli florets
3 cups sharp cheddar, freshly shredded
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups vegetable broth
2 cups whole milk
Instructions
Melt the butter in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
Sauté the diced onion until translucent and fragrant.
Add minced garlic and cook for thirty seconds.
Whisk in the flour and cook for two minutes to create a roux.
Slowly pour in the vegetable broth and milk while whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
Add the broccoli florets and simmer until tender.
Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar until fully melted and smooth.
Notes
Use fresh shredded cheese instead of pre-bagged to ensure a smoother melt.
For an even richer soup, you can substitute the whole milk with half-and-half.
Keep the broccoli florets uniform in size so they cook evenly.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 65mg