Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Zesty Squirrel

Broccoli Cheddar Soup

42Min
6Servings
380Cal
EasyLevel
VegetarianKid friendlyvegetarian
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Equipment

large pot
stove
chef's knife
cutting board
spatula
whisk
ladle
serving bowl

Ingredients

Ingredients

butter (room_temperature)

2 tbsp

onion (finely_chopped)

1 piece

garlic (minced)

2 clove

all-purpose flour (sifted)

2 tbsp

vegetable broth (warm)

500 ml

milk (whole)

360 ml

heavy cream (cold)

240 ml

broccoli (finely_chopped)

180 g

carrot (shredded)

90 g

sharp cheddar cheese (freshly_shredded)

170 g

salt

0.5 tsp

black pepper (ground)

0.5 tsp

paprika (ground)

0.25 tsp

garlic powder

0.25 tsp

Instructions

1

Prepare vegetables

Finely chop onion, mince garlic, and prepare broccoli and carrot.

10 min
2

Make the roux

Melt butter and cook onion and garlic until softened, then add flour.

5 minMedium heattimer 3 min
3

Add liquids

Gradually whisk in broth, milk, and cream until smooth.

5 minMedium heat
4

Simmer the soup

Add broccoli and carrot, then simmer until vegetables are tender.

15 minMedium heattimer 15 min
5

Add cheese and season

Remove from heat, stir in shredded cheese until melted, then season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

5 min
6

Serve hot

Ladle the creamy soup into bowls and serve immediately.

2 min

Storage

Fridge: 3 days
Freezer: 60 days
Reheat: Microwave 2-3 minutes or stovetop over medium heat

Reheat gently to prevent cheese from separating. Add a splash of milk if too thick.

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