Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe
This creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup is warm, cheesy, and full of flavor—an easy one-pot comfort meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 10–15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25–30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
4 tablespoons (½ stick) unsalted butter
1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1½ cups)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups broccoli florets, chopped into ½-inch pieces (about 9½ oz)
2 cups half-and-half
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
1 cup grated carrot (about 2 medium carrots)
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
8 ounces mild yellow cheddar cheese, shredded (about 2 cups), plus more for topping
Homemade croutons, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Sauté Aromatics: In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until onion is translucent.
Make Roux: Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly until lightly browned.
Add Liquids and Veggies: Add broccoli, half-and-half, broth, carrot, and Dijon mustard. Stir and bring to a boil.
Simmer: Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes until broccoli is fork-tender.
Add Cheese: Turn off heat. Slowly stir in cheddar cheese a handful at a time, letting it melt fully before adding more.
Serve: Ladle into bowls. Garnish with extra cheese and homemade croutons if desired.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
Add heavy cream for a richer soup.
Use an immersion blender to blend part or all of the soup for a smoother texture.
Add cayenne or hot sauce for a spicy kick.
Stir in cooked chicken or ham to make it more filling.
Store in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently without boiling.
Not ideal for freezing after adding cheese—freeze before cheese and add it fresh when reheating.
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