Soup · American

Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Chopped broccoli and sharp cheddar melt into a spoonable soup you can make on the stove in about half an hour.

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Broccoli Cheddar Soup

15 minPrep25 minCook40 minTotal

Amounts scale with servings. Pan size and cooking time may need adjusting for larger batches.

Ingredients

Let’s make it

  1. 1

    Melt butter in a pot over medium heat. Cook onion and carrot for 6 minutes, until soft.

  2. 2

    Stir in the flour for 1 minute. Whisk in broth, then milk, and bring to a gentle simmer.

  3. 3

    Add broccoli, salt, and pepper. Cook for 10–12 minutes, until the stems are tender.

  4. 4

    Take the pot off the heat. Stir in the cheddar a handful at a time until melted. Taste and serve.

A few things that help

Chop the broccoli small so it softens in the soup without a blender.

Melt the cheese off the heat so the soup stays smooth.

Use what you have

Chicken broth can replace vegetable broth if you are not keeping it vegetarian.

A handful of extra broccoli stems, peeled and diced, adds body.

Your questions, answered

Can I blend broccoli cheddar soup?

Yes. Blend half of it for a creamier bowl, then stir in the cheese. Leave some florets for texture.

Why did the cheese clump?

The soup was too hot or the cheese was pre-shredded with starch. Use freshly shredded cheddar and melt it off the heat.

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Broccoli Cheddar Soup