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Broccoli Cheese Soup

This warm and creamy Broccoli Cheese Soup is easy to make, full of flavor, and perfect for a cold day or as a quick meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 6 Tbsp butter, cut into 1 Tbsp pieces For sautéing the onions
  • 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced Large clove
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour Plus 3 tablespoons
  • 3 1/4 cups low-fat milk Add more to thin if desired
  • 1 can low-sodium chicken broth 14.5 oz
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups finely chopped fresh broccoli florets Packed
  • 10 oz sharp cheddar cheese Or extra sharp cheddar, plus more for serving
  • 1 oz finely shredded Parmesan cheese Approximately 1/3 cup
  • to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Melt butter in a pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add in onions and cook, stirring frequently until nearly soft, about 4 - 5 minutes.
  3. Add in garlic and flour, and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  4. While whisking, slowly pour in milk then chicken broth.
  5. Stir in broccoli.
  6. Cook stirring constantly until the mixture begins to thicken. Then reduce heat to low and allow to cook, stirring very frequently, until broccoli is tender, about 6 - 8 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat. Stir in heavy cream then stir in cheddar and parmesan cheese, mixing until melted.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Serve the soup hot in bowls with extra shredded cheddar on top.
  2. Offer crusty bread, crackers, or a green salad on the side.
  3. A small spoon of cream or a sprinkle of black pepper makes it look nice.

Notes

Chop the broccoli small so it cooks fast and blends well. Use sharp cheddar for more flavor. Keep heat low when adding cheese so it melts smooth and does not get grainy. Stir often to prevent sticking and burning. If the soup is too thick, add a bit more milk until you like the texture.