Description
This comforting Broccoli Cheddar Soup features tender broccoli florets simmered in a creamy, cheesy base made with sharp cheddar, aromatic onions, and carrots. Perfect for a cozy meal, this soup is rich, flavorful, and easy to prepare on the stovetop in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ½ medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, grated
- ¼ cup flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups chicken broth
Seasonings & Vegetables
- ½ teaspoon dry mustard
- ½ teaspoon white pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 16 ounces frozen broccoli florets
Cheese
- 8 ounces extra sharp cheddar, grated
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: Melt butter in a dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Then add the grated carrots and stir to combine.
- Cook Flour: Sprinkle in the flour and cook for one minute, stirring constantly to eliminate raw flour taste and form a roux.
- Add Liquids: Gradually add the whole milk and chicken broth while stirring to form a smooth soup base.
- Simmer with Seasonings and Broccoli: Add dry mustard, white pepper, salt, and frozen broccoli florets. Cook over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes until broccoli is tender.
- Partial Puree: Using an immersion blender, puree some of the broccoli florets until the soup reaches your desired consistency. (If you don’t have an immersion blender, you can carefully transfer half the soup to a blender, puree, then return it to the pot.)
- Melt Cheese: Add the grated cheddar cheese a handful at a time, stirring constantly until fully melted and incorporated. Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Notes
- If you don’t own an immersion blender, you can use a traditional blender to puree half the soup. Be careful with hot liquids to avoid splattering.
- For a thicker soup, reduce the amount of broth or cook the soup longer to concentrate flavors.
- Use sharp cheddar for a more intense cheese flavor; mild cheddar will work but will be less flavorful.
- This soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
