Description
Creamy, hearty, and packed with comforting flavors, this broccoli cheddar soup blends childhood nostalgia with gourmet twists like mustard and nutmeg. Perfect for cozy evenings or dinner parties alike.
Ingredients
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 tbsp unsalted butter
1 large carrot, peeled and shredded
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk or half-and-half
2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
1 tbsp mustard
Pinch of nutmeg
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Melt butter in a medium pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and carrot for about 6 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
2. Sprinkle in flour and stir constantly for 3 minutes until a light roux forms.
3. Gradually whisk in broth and milk to create a creamy base.
4. Stir in broccoli, nutmeg, mustard, salt, and pepper. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes until broccoli is fork-tender.
5. Blend half of the soup using an immersion blender or blender for a creamy-chunky texture.
6. Reduce heat and stir in cheddar cheese, one handful at a time. Avoid boiling.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with crusty bread or in a sourdough bowl.
Notes
To keep soup smooth, use freshly grated cheese and avoid overheating.
For a vegan version, use plant-based milk and cheese, and swap butter with olive oil.
Freeze in flat gallon bags for easy storage and reheating.
Enhance with Aleppo pepper oil or add shredded chicken for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: broccoli cheddar soup, comfort food, creamy soup