Creamy Broccoli Cheese Soup: A Warm and Comforting Classic
Learn how to make the best broccoli cheese soup in just 35 minutes. A rich, velvety one-pot meal using fresh broccoli and sharp cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh broccoli chopped into small pieces
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded from a block
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups whole milk or half-and-half
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 medium yellow onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onions until soft and translucent.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Whisk in flour and cook for 2 minutes to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in broth and milk until smooth.
- Simmer until the liquid begins to thicken slightly.
- Stir in broccoli and carrots, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Turn off the heat completely.
- Add shredded cheese one handful at a time, stirring until melted.
- Season with salt, pepper, and paprika before serving.