Broccoli Cheese Soup

5 from 1 vote

This fast Homemade creamy broccoli cheese soup is delicious and comforting. Tender broccoli florets simmer in a rich broth with vegetables, then blended with a creamy cheese sauce. This Broccoli Cheddar soup is hearty comfort food at its best and is great for a cold day or evening and is ready in about 20 minutes.

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Course: Easy Dinner Ideas, Soup

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 127kcal

Author: Raquel Pineira

Ingredients

4 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 stalks celery chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup flour
1 1/2 cups milk (regular or 2%)
1 cup chicken broth
2 cups broccoli, cooked and chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pinch nutmeg optional
1 1/4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese divided

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat.
Add onions, celery and garlic and cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
Add flour to pan and cook another 2 minutes.
Add broth, milk, salt, pepper and nutmeg and heat thoroughly.
Bring to a boil and stir until thickened. Reduce soup to low heat, stirring occasionally, about 10-15 minutes
Add cheese and mix 1 cup of cheese until cheese is melted.
Serve into bowls and top each bowl with a little more shredded cheese if desired.

Notes

Store leftoverrs in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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