Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup made with fresh broccoli, cream, and sharp cheddar cheese.
Servings: 6
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 Tablespoons Butter (divided)
- 1 large Onion (finely diced)
- 1 large Carrot (shredded or finely diced)
- 3 Garlic Cloves (minced)
- 1/2 cup Flour (or cornstarch)
- 3 cups Chicken Broth (if you want a thicker soup, use 2 1/2 cups)
- 1 teaspoon Dried Mustard Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 3 cups Broccoli (chopped)
- 2 1/2 cups Half-n-Half
- 3 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese (grated)
- 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- Garlic Butter Homemade Croutons (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add 4 Tablespoons of butter and let it melt. Add onions and carrots and cook for about 7-8 minutes, stirring often. Add garlic and saute for 1 minute.
- Add remaining 4 Tablespoons of butter. Stir in flour. Add chicken broth and use a whisk to mix together. Add dried mustard powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
- Add broccoli and half-n-half. Let simmer for about 20 minutes or until broccoli is softened. Add cheese 1/2 cup at a time, stirring well after each addition. This helps to keep the creamy consistency and not end up with a grainy consistency.
- Taste for seasonings. Add more salt and pepper, if needed. Serve with homemade garlic butter croutons or buttery crusty bread for dipping.