Description
A creamy and comforting soup packed with nutritious broccoli and rich cheddar cheese, perfect for chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk or dairy alternative
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
- Stir in broccoli florets and vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer until broccoli is tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
- Return soup to medium heat; stir in milk and cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve hot.
Notes
Make ahead and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Easily reheats on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg