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Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Few slow-simmered dishes are as reliable as Broccoli Cheddar Soup: a creamy cheddar soup loaded with tender broccoli. A gentle simmer -- not a hard boil -- is what keeps everything tender instead of tough.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 30 min Total: 35 min

35Minutes

4Servings

4.9Rating

EasyLevel

Why you'll love this recipe

A short, straightforward ingredient list with no special equipment needed.
The components can be made ahead and reheated without losing quality.
Leftovers hold up well for lunch the next day.

Ingredients

Makes 4 servings

4 tbsp butter
1 onion diced
3 tbsp flour
3 cups chicken broth
2 cups milk
4 cups broccoli florets
1 carrot, grated
2.5 cups shredded cheddar
salt and pepper

Estimated Nutrition (per serving)

795Calories

57gFat

31gCarbs

40gProtein

Estimated from the ingredients above; actual values vary by brand and exact measurements.

Method

Step 1
Melt the butter in a pot over medium. Cook the onion 4 minutes until soft.
Step 2
Sprinkle in the flour and stir 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the broth and milk.
Step 3
Add the broccoli and grated carrot and simmer 15 minutes until the broccoli is very tender.
Step 4
For a smoother soup, blend part of it; for a chunky soup, leave it as-is.
Step 5
Lower the heat and stir in the cheddar a handful at a time until melted (do not boil, or it can turn grainy).
Step 6
Season with salt and pepper and serve hot.

Cook's tips

This tastes even better the next day, once the flavors have had time to sit together in the fridge.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Taste and adjust the seasoning right before serving -- salt levels vary a lot between brands of broth, sauce, and canned goods.

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