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Broccoli Cheese Soup in a round bread bowl topped with shredded cheddar cheese.
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5 from 2 votes

Broccoli Cheese Soup

This creamy, but lightened up version of Broccoli Cheese Soup is better than any restaurant version. Serve it in a bread bowl for a satisfying meal!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Dish, Soup
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 331kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 16 ounces fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded, plus additional for garnish if desired
  • 4 ounces Velveeta cheese cubed
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • Fresh ground pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring for a few minutes, or until onions are soft and translucent. Add the garlic and cook and stir for another minute. Add the flour and cook for 2 minutes. Slowly pour in the chicken broth, whisking as you add it. Turn up heat to medium-high and and cook the mixture until it comes to a boil, whisking occasionally. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 2 or 3 minutes until it begins to thicken. Add the broccoli and place the cover on the Dutch oven. Cook for 25 minutes or until broccoli is very tender.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and puree the mixture with an immersion blender or in batches in a blender or food processor, returning to Dutch oven when you reach the desired consistency. I like to leave some small pieces of broccoli for a little texture.
  • Return the pot to the stove and over low heat, add the milk and cream and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the cheddar and Velveeta cheese and cook and stir until cheese is completely melted. Add salt and taste. Season with additional salt, if needed, and pepper to taste.
  • Serve with additional shredded cheese on the side for garnish.

Nutrition

Calories: 331kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 747mg | Potassium: 532mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1378IU | Vitamin C: 70mg | Calcium: 351mg | Iron: 1mg