Maxxed Out Broccoli and Cheese Soup | Kenji's Cooking Show

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories without sacrificing flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a different flavor profile.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade stock is healthier and can be made from kitchen scraps.

Slice broccoli stems and florets into small pieces.

Char the broccoli florets in a hot pan until browned, about 1-2 minutes.

Remove charred broccoli and set aside to cool.

In a 4-quart brazer, melt a couple tablespoons of butter over medium heat.

Add sliced broccoli stems, carrots, and onion; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

Add salt to help draw out moisture from the vegetables.

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