Easy Cheesy Broccoli Soup
Easy Cheesy Broccoli Soup is rich, creamy, and loaded with tender broccoli bits and cheesy goodness. It takes simple pantry ingredients and less than 30 minutes to make for a hearty warm-you-up comfort food!
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 545kcal
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion, peeled and chopped
- 6 tablespoons flour
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 3 cups fresh broccoli, finely chopped
- 1 large carrot, peeled and julienned
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups sharp Cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven over medium heat, melt butter.
- Add onions and cook until softened.
- Add flour and whisk until blended. Cook for about 1 to 2 minutes, whisking regularly.
- Slowly add broth, whisking vigorously to prevent lumps. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Add broccoli and carrots. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 to 15 minutes or until very tender.
- Add heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer.
- Add 1 cup of shredded cheese and stir to distribute. Continue to cook for about 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- Ladle into bowl and top with the remaining shredded cheese if desired. Serve hot.
Nutrition
Calories: 545kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 50g | Saturated Fat: 31g | Cholesterol: 168mg | Sodium: 957mg | Potassium: 266mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 2415IU | Vitamin C: 42.1mg | Calcium: 283mg | Iron: 0.9mg