Broccoli Cheddar Soup
This cheesy, rich and creamy soup is a classic recipe for the whole family to enjoy. It's loaded with hearty everyday ingredients like broccoli, cheddar cheese, carrots and cream. Each spoonful is thick, mouthwatering and cozy!
Servings 5
Calories 410kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 2 cups broccoli florets chopped into bited sized pieces
- 1 cup carrots finely grated
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- ¼ tsp paprika
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onions and garlic. Saute until they are both translucent.
- Add the flour, vegetable broth and heavy cream and stir until the soup thickens.
- Stir in the carrots and broccoli florets. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they soften.
- Turn off the heat and add the salt, pepper and paprika and ½ cup of the shredded cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted.
- Ladle into bowls and top the soup with the remainder of the cheese. Serve hot.
Nutrition
Calories: 410kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 104mg | Sodium: 1233mg | Potassium: 339mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 6099IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 249mg | Iron: 1mg
