Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp butter
• 1 onion (medium, finely chopped)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth (use either chicken broth or vegetable broth)
• salt (to taste)
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika powder
• 0.5 cup carrots (shredded)
• 0.5 cup broccoli florets
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup unsweetened heavy whipping cream
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (freshly grated)
• chives or scallions (chopped, for garnish)
• crusty bread or crackers (for serving)

Steps

1. 1

   Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 30 seconds.

3. 3

   Add the minced garlic and mix until fragrant.

4. 4

   Sprinkle in the all-purpose flour and mix for 15–20 seconds.

5. 5

   Gradually add the broth while whisking until the mixture is well combined.

6. 6

   Add the salt, freshly ground black pepper, paprika powder, and garlic powder. Mix, then simmer over medium-low heat for 2–3 minutes.

7. 7

   Add the shredded carrots and broccoli florets. Cook for 4–5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

8. 8

   Pour in the whole milk and heavy whipping cream. Mix and cook until heated through.

9. 9

   Stir in the freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.

10. 10

    Serve the soup hot, garnished with chopped chives or scallions. Pair with crusty bread or crackers if desired.

Notes

For extra creaminess, add more heavy whipping cream. Cheddar may be substituted with Parmesan or Gruyère. The source does not specify an exact final serving yield or a precise temperature for heating the dairy and melting the cheese.

Nutrition per serving

• soup
• main
• American
• comfort food
• vegetarian option
• stovetop
• creamy
• broccoli