Easy Broccoli Cheddar Soup
This easy broccoli cheese soup is comfort food made simple. With tender broccoli, cheddar cheese and a creamy broth, it's even cozier served in a homemade bread bowl!
Ingredients
- ¼ cup butter , melted
- 1-2 cloves garlic , minced
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken stock , or vegetable stock
- 2 cups half and half
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon white pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1-2 cups steamed broccoli , cut into small pieces
- ¾ cup shredded carrots , steamed
- 2-2 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Make roux. In a large pan, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium-low heat. Add 1-2 minced garlic cloves and let cook for about a minute. Whisk in 1/4 cup flour and cook for a few minutes, just until golden brown.
- Cream sauce. Slowly add 2 cups chicken stock, 2 cups half-and-half, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon white pepper and 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg. Stir together and let cook for about 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Simmer. Add in 1-2 cups broccoli and 3/4 cup shredded carrots and let simmer for another 15-20 minutes.
- Add cheese. Mix in 2 - 2 1/2 cups cheese and stir until just combined. Serve in bread bowls or with rolls.
Notes
Storage: This soup will keep in the refrigerator in an airtight container for about 3 to 4 days. Reheat the soup in the microwave or on the stove top until it's warmed throughout.
Nutrition
Calories: 634kcal, Carbohydrates: 20g, Protein: 26g, Fat: 50g, Saturated Fat: 31g, Cholesterol: 153mg, Sodium: 1076mg, Potassium: 501mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 5640IU, Vitamin C: 23.3mg, Calcium: 662mg, Iron: 1.4mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
