While you’re here, warm yourself up with a cozy bowl of this creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup 🥦🧀💛
📝 Ingredients
✅ 1 large head of broccoli, chopped into small florets
✅ 1 small onion, diced
✅ 2 cloves garlic, minced
✅ 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
✅ 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
✅ 1 cup heavy cream
✅ 2 tbsp butter
✅ 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (for thickening)
✅ Salt & black pepper, to taste
✅ Optional: a pinch of nutmeg or red pepper flakes
👩🍳 Instructions
➡️ Sauté the aromatics:
Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft (about 4 minutes). Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
➡️ Make a quick roux:
Sprinkle in flour and stir constantly for 1–2 minutes to make a paste — this will thicken your soup.
➡️ Add broth & broccoli:
Slowly pour in the broth while stirring. Add chopped broccoli and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes until the broccoli is very tender.
➡️ Blend (optional):
Use an immersion blender for a smooth soup, or blend half to keep some texture.
➡️ Add cream & cheese:
Stir in heavy cream, then slowly add cheddar until melted and creamy. Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices.
➡️ Serve:
Ladle into bowls and top with extra cheese or croutons. Enjoy warm with crusty bread or a salad!
