Broccoli & Cheddar Cheese Soup
Simple soup recipes are perfect for a frigid day. This comfort soup is a favorite among households and will have you eating bowl after bowl. Loaded with cheese and fresh ingredients, Broccoli Cheddar Cheese Soup is a creamy classic that the family will love. Keep warm this season and prepare a simple soup for dinner.
Serves5
Preparation Time25 min
Cooking Time45 min
Ingredients
- 1 stick of unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion (about 1 cup)
- 1 cup celery
- 2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 (16-ounces each) packages of broccoli florets (florets and stems separated - stems should be finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 quart whole milk
- 2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions and 1 cup cheddar cheese for optional garnish
Instructions
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Melt the stick of butter over medium heat.
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Add onions,celery, kosher salt and cayenne. Stir well and cook about 10 minutes until veggies are softened.
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Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about one minute.
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Add the chopped broccoli stems and stir well. Cook 3-5 minutes until broccoli is heated through.
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Next sprinkle the flour over veggies and stir well to mix.
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Once the flour is fully incorporated, add the milk, water and final teaspoon of kosher salt.
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Slowly bring up to boil and quickly reduce immediately to a simmer. It could take up to 20 minutes to get to boil. Allow the soup to heat slowly to ensure that the milk doesn't break and separate.
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Once the soup is at the simmer stage, stir in broccoli florets and cheddar cheese.
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Cook soup for 10 more minutes then serve garnished with sliced green onions and additional cheddar cheese, if desired.