Description
A creamy and delicious Loaded Broccoli Cheddar Soup that is perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add broccoli florets and shredded carrots, cook for about 5 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth.
- Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a thicker soup, blend more of the broccoli.
- Can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Garnish with extra cheese or croutons if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Loaded Broccoli Cheddar Soup, Creamy Soup, Broccoli Soup, Cheddar Soup