Description
Creamy broccoli cheddar bliss delivers comfort with each delightful spoonful, melding rich cheese and tender green florets into a satisfying meal. Hearty flavors and smooth textures invite you to savor this classic soup that warms from within.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Dairy:
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups whole milk (or half-and-half)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (or frozen)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Thickeners:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 pinch of cayenne pepper for heat
Instructions
- Cleanse fresh broccoli and fragment into delicate florets, preparing them for culinary transformation.
- Activate a substantial cooking vessel and melt butter over moderate thermal intensity, allowing golden liquefaction.
- Introduce finely chopped onion into melted butter, transforming them to translucent perfection within 5-7 minutes while continuously stirring.
- Infuse minced garlic into the aromatic mixture, allowing its essence to permeate for approximately one minute.
- Dust flour across the vegetable foundation, whisking meticulously to construct a robust roux with smooth consistency.
- Progressively integrate broth and milk, eliminating potential luminary interruptions through consistent whisking techniques.
- Elevate liquid temperature until gentle simmering commences, creating an inviting culinary environment.
- Immerse broccoli fragments into the simmering liquid, allowing tender transformation for 15-20 minutes.
- Utilize immersion blender to pulverize soup into velvety submission, ensuring uniform texture throughout.
- Incorporate shredded cheddar, stirring until complete melding occurs and creating luxurious creamy consistency.
- Season with precise salt, pepper, and optional cayenne measurements to heighten flavor complexity.
- Transfer into serving vessels, presenting steaming hot for immediate gastronomic pleasure.
Notes
- Perfectly steam broccoli first to maintain vibrant green color and prevent overcooking during soup preparation.
- Choose sharp cheddar cheese for deeper, more robust flavor that elevates the entire dish’s taste profile.
- Consider using low-fat milk or dairy alternatives like almond milk for a lighter, health-conscious version of the soup.
- Garnish with extra cheese shreds, crispy bacon bits, or fresh chives to add texture and visual appeal to the final presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg