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Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Cultural Context

Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a popular American comfort food, often enjoyed during colder months. It combines the nutritious benefits of broccoli with the rich flavor of cheddar cheese, making it a hearty option for lunch or dinner. This dish is frequently found in cafes and restaurants, often served with crusty bread or crackers.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
½ cup + 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
1 small onion (small diced)
2 stalks celery (small diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
3 cups chicken stock
3 cups chopped broccoli
1 cup matchstick carrots
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
3 cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut milk is lower in calories and adds a creamy texture, while milk is more budget-friendly.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and adds a cheesy flavor, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

1

Melt 2 Tablespoons of butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion and celery, cook until tender and transparent for about 5 minutes.

2

Add garlic and cook for one additional minute. When finished cooking, remove from the pan and set aside.

3

Melt the remaining ½ cup of butter in the pan and whisk in ½ cup of flour until thoroughly combined, for about one minute.

4

Slowly add the milk, stirring constantly. The mixture should be smooth and thick.

5

Add the chicken broth, broccoli, carrots, cooked onions, garlic, and celery.

6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and cook for about 30 minutes or until the broccoli and carrots are tender, uncovered.

7

Remove from the heat and add the cheese, salt, and pepper and stir until melted and evenly distributed.

8

Place half of the soup in a blender and give a few quick pulses, then return to the pan.

9

Serve with a side of sourdough bread or in a sourdough bread bowl for a classic Panera-style meal.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Cheddar Broccoli Soup

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