A rich, creamy broccoli cheddar soup made in just 30 minutes. Filled with tender broccoli, carrots, garlic, and melted cheddar for the coziest one-pot meal.
4 tbsp butter
½ medium onion, chopped
2–3 garlic cloves, minced
4 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
1 tsp kosher salt
½ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp paprika or nutmeg
3 cups broccoli florets, chopped
1 large carrot, grated
2 cups half & half
8 oz grated cheddar cheese
1. Melt butter and sauté onion 3–4 minutes.
2. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
3. Whisk in flour until golden.
4. Pour in stock; add broccoli, carrots, and seasoning.
5. Simmer 15 minutes until veggies are tender.
6. Stir in half & half and cheddar until melted.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning; serve warm.
Use freshly grated cheddar for the best melt.
Blend some of the soup for extra creaminess.
Simmer longer to thicken the texture.
Find it online: https://mymealrecipes.net/30-minute-broccoli-cheddar-soup/