Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe

Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe

from cookingclassy.com
25 min
6 servings

Truly the BEST Broccoli Cheese Soup! It's perfectly cheesy, hearty, rich, creamy, and it's super easy to make! Pair it with fresh bread for a delicious cozy dinner. Makes about 8 cups.

Ingredients

  • 6 Tbsp butter, cut into 1 Tbsp pieces
  • 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion
  • 1 large clove garlic, finely minced
  • 1/4 cup + 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3 1/4 cups low-fat milk, then more to thin if desired
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cups (packed) finely chopped fresh broccoli florets*
  • 10 oz (2 1/2 cups) sharp cheddar cheese or extra sharp cheddar cheese, plus more for serving**
  • 1 oz (1/3 cup) finely shredded Parmesan cheese
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Melt butter in pot over medium-high heat. Add in onions and cook, stirring frequently until nearly soft, about 4 - 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add in garlic and flour, and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.

  3. 3

    While whisking, slowly pour in milk then chicken broth. Stir in broccoli.

  4. 4

    Cook stirring constantly until mixture begins to thicken. Then reduce heat to low and allow to cook, stirring very frequently, until broccoli is tender, about 6 - 8 minutes.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat. Stir in heavy cream then stir in cheddar and parmesan cheese, mixing until melted.

  6. 6

    Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm with more cheddar if desired.