Soups

Quick & Easy Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Name: Quick & Easy Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter; 1 small Yellow onion, diced; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 0.25 cup All-purpose flour; 4 cups Vegetable broth; 2 cups Milk (or half-and-half); 4 cups Broccoli florets, chopped; 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 0.5 teaspoon Salt; 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Whip up a satisfying bowl of comfort with this incredibly simple and quick creamy broccoli cheddar soup. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe transforms basic pantry and fridge staples into a rich, flavorful meal that everyone will love. Its velvety texture and savory taste make it an instant family favorite.

Prep time

15 min

Cook time

20 min

Total time

35 min

Servings:

persons

1Ingredients

2 tablespoonsUnsalted butter
1 smallYellow onion, diced
2 clovesGarlic, minced
0.3 cupAll-purpose flour
4 cupsVegetable broth
2 cupsMilk (or half-and-half)
4 cupsBroccoli florets, chopped
2 cupsSharp cheddar cheese, shredded
0.5 teaspoonSalt
0.3 teaspoonBlack pepper

2Instructions

1
In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
⏱ 6 min
2
Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic mixture. Whisk constantly for 1 minute to create a roux, a thick paste that will help thicken the soup.
⏱ 1 min
3
Gradually whisk in the vegetable broth, followed by the milk, ensuring no lumps form. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, and cook for about 5 minutes until it begins to slightly thicken.
⏱ 5 min
4
Add the chopped broccoli florets to the simmering liquid. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender when pierced with a fork.
⏱ 10 min
5
Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese a handful at a time until completely melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
⏱ 3 min
6
For an extra creamy texture, you can use an immersion blender to blend about half of the soup directly in the pot, or carefully transfer half to a regular blender and blend until smooth before returning to the pot. Serve hot and enjoy!
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