Here’s a simple recipe for Cheddar Broccoli Soup:
Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 4 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the onions and garlic, and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken or vegetable broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Add the chopped broccoli florets to the pot. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
- Using an immersion blender or transferring the soup to a blender in batches, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, you can leave it slightly chunky if you prefer.
- Return the soup to the pot (if using a blender) and stir in the grated cheddar cheese until melted.
- Stir in the heavy cream or half-and-half, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Allow the soup to heat through gently, but do not let it boil once the cream has been added.
- Serve the Cheddar Broccoli Soup hot, garnished with extra grated cheddar cheese if desired.
Enjoy your comforting bowl of Cheddar Broccoli Soup!