Creamy Broccoli Soup
Warm up with this comforting, velvety broccoli soup loaded with rich cheddar flavor and tender florets.
Ingredients
- •2 large heads of broccoli (about 2 pounds), chopped into florets and stems peeled and diced
- •3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- •1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- •2 cloves garlic, minced
- •3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- •4 cups vegetable broth (960ml)
- •1 cup whole milk (240ml)
- •1 cup heavy cream (240ml)
- •2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated (200g)
- •0.5 teaspoon salt
- •0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- •0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- 1
Melt the butter in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- 2
Add the diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
- 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 4
Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic mixture, stirring constantly for 1 to 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
- 5
Slowly pour in the vegetable broth while whisking vigorously to prevent any lumps from forming.
- 6
Add the chopped broccoli and stems into the pot, bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the broccoli is very tender.
- 7
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or carefully transfer it in batches to a countertop blender and blend until creamy.
- 8
Return the soup to the pot over low heat and stir in the whole milk and heavy cream.
- 9
Gradually add the grated cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until the cheese is completely melted and the soup is smooth.
- 10
Season with salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg, then remove from heat and serve warm.
💡 Chef tips
- For the best texture and melt, always use freshly grated block cheddar instead of pre-bagged shredded cheese.
- To make this recipe vegetarian-friendly, ensure you use certified vegetable broth.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and gently reheated on the stovetop.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished soup is luxuriously thick and creamy with a vibrant green color, offering a comforting aroma of sharp cheddar and tender broccoli.