Best 10 Allrecipes Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipes

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Indulge in the velvety goodness of this classic comfort food - broccoli cheese soup. A harmonious blend of fresh broccoli florets and tender carrots simmered in a creamy, cheesy broth, this soup is a symphony of flavors. Its rich, cheesy texture and vibrant green hue make it a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day or as a delightful appetizer, this soup is sure to warm your heart and soul. Explore our collection of broccoli cheese soup recipes, ranging from traditional to unique variations, each offering a delectable twist on this timeless dish.

**Recipes included in the article:**

1. **Classic Broccoli Cheese Soup:** Experience the quintessential broccoli cheese soup, crafted with fresh broccoli, tender carrots, and a luscious blend of cheddar and Parmesan cheeses. This recipe stays true to the traditional flavors that have made this soup a beloved favorite.

2. **Loaded Baked Potato Broccoli Cheese Soup:** Elevate your soup game with this loaded baked potato-inspired variation. Featuring crispy bacon, fluffy potato chunks, and a generous helping of cheddar cheese, this soup is a hearty and satisfying meal in a bowl.

3. **Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheese Soup:** Embrace the convenience of your slow cooker with this hands-off recipe. Simply toss in the ingredients, set it on low, and let the slow cooker work its magic. Come home to a creamy, comforting pot of broccoli cheese soup, ready to be enjoyed.

4. **Healthy Broccoli Cheese Soup:** Indulge in a guilt-free version of this classic soup. Made with low-fat milk, reduced-fat cheese, and whole-wheat bread crumbs, this recipe offers a lighter take on the traditional version without compromising on taste.

5. **Spicy Broccoli Cheese Soup:** Add a kick of heat to your soup with this spicy variation. Incorporating diced jalapeños, cayenne pepper, and a pinch of paprika, this recipe delivers a delightful balance of creamy comfort and fiery spice.

6. **Broccoli Cheddar Soup with Bacon:** Enhance the classic broccoli cheese soup with the addition of crispy bacon. The smoky, savory flavor of bacon adds an extra layer of depth and complexity, making this soup a truly irresistible treat.

7. **Broccoli Cheese Soup with Cauliflower:** Introduce a nutritious twist to your soup by incorporating cauliflower. This low-carb, high-fiber vegetable blends seamlessly with the broccoli, creating a creamy, flavorful soup that's both satisfying and good for you.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EXCELLENT BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



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This is by far the best broccoli cheese soup I have been able to come up with. It's made with a roux, chicken stock, milk, a mix of cheese, and fresh broccoli.

Provided by NATHAN TRUAX

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Broccoli Soup

Time 45m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ cup butter
¾ cup all-purpose flour
9 cups chicken stock
9 cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons white pepper
5 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 ½ pounds processed cheese, shredded
3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat, and mix in the flour. Reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring constantly, about 2 minutes. Mix in the chicken stock and milk, and season with salt and white pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer about 10 minutes.
  • Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place the broccoli in the boiling water, and cook 2 minutes, or until just tender. Remove from heat, drain, and set aside.
  • Gradually mix the processed cheese and Cheddar cheese into the large pot until melted. Mix in the broccoli. Continue cooking about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 80.5 mg, Fat 26.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 17.3 g, SaturatedFat 16.1 g, Sodium 1180.6 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

COPYCAT PANERA® BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP



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My husband loves Panera® broccoli cheddar soup but it went up in price and therefore we set out on a hunt to create the perfect broccoli cheddar soup. Here is what we came up with. There are tons of variations and options to make this soup your own. You can add extra veggies, different cheeses, garlic to your onions, a little nutmeg to the finished soup, green onions, sour cream, etc. The list goes on and on. Make it your own! Serve topped with cheese!

Provided by gildawen

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Broccoli Soup Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon butter
½ onion, chopped
¼ cup melted butter
¼ cup flour
2 cups milk
2 cups chicken stock
1 ½ cups coarsely chopped broccoli florets
1 cup matchstick-cut carrots
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
2 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion in hot butter until translucent, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Whisk 1/4 cup melted butter and flour together in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Continue to whisk and cook , adding 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk if necessary to keep the flour from burning, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Gradually pour milk into flour mixture while whisking constantly. Stir chicken stock into milk mixture. Bring to a simmer; cook until mixture is thickened, about 20 minutes. Add broccoli, carrots, sauteed onion, and celery; simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir Cheddar cheese into vegetable mixture until cheese melts. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 70.5 mg, Fat 23 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 14.4 g, Sodium 624 mg, Sugar 5 g

BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP VII



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A thick rich broccoli soup with a really really cheesy flavor. This can be made in half an hour.

Provided by sal

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Broccoli Soup

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (10 ounce) package frozen broccoli
2 ½ cups milk
2 ½ cups cubed processed cheese
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy cream
1 cube chicken bouillon
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place broccoli in a medium saucepan with just enough water to cover. Cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Set aside and do not drain water.
  • In a large saucepan, heat milk. Blend in the flour and cheese until smooth. Stir in the cream and bouillon cube. Add the broccoli and it's water to the mixture and season with salt and pepper. Heat soup to warm and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.5 g, Cholesterol 121.4 mg, Fat 35.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 21.4 g, Sodium 1383.9 mg, Sugar 10.9 g

BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



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For hearty and cheesy comfort food, reach for Ree Drummond's Broccoli Cheese Soup recipe from The Pioneer Woman on Food Network.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 heads broccoli, cut into 1-inch pieces
Olive oil, for drizzling
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter
1 whole onion, diced
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups whole milk
2 cups half-and-half
Pinch nutmeg
3 cups grated cheese (mild Cheddar, sharp Cheddar, Jack, etc.), plus more for garnish, optional
1 cup chicken broth, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Remove 2 cups of the broccoli florets, cut in half, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place on a baking sheet cut-side down and bake until the florets begin to crisp and turn slightly brown.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a pot over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Sprinkle the flour on top. Stir to combine and cook until the flour is absorbed and smells lightly toasted, 1 minute or so. Add the milk and half-and-half. Add the nutmeg, then the broccoli, a small dash of salt and plenty of black pepper. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Simmer until the broccoli is tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Stir in the cheese and allow to melt.
  • Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve the soup as is, mash with a potato masher to break up the broccoli a bit, or transfer to a blender in two batches and puree completely. (If you puree in a blender, return the soup to the heat to heat back up. Splash in some chicken broth if needed for thinning.) Garnish with the toasted broccoli or grated cheese and serve.

BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



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This is a great, very flavorful soup. Good for serving at luncheons or special gatherings with a quiche. To make this soup a little fancier, add 1 cup sliced mushrooms and 1 cup white wine with the onions.

Provided by Karin Christian

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Broccoli Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup butter
1 onion, chopped
1 (16 ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli
4 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (1 pound) loaf processed cheese food, cubed
2 cups milk
1 tablespoon garlic powder
⅔ cup cornstarch
1 cup water

Steps:

  • In a stockpot, melt butter over medium heat. Cook onion in butter until softened. Stir in broccoli, and cover with chicken broth. Simmer until broccoli is tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Reduce heat, and stir in cheese cubes until melted. Mix in milk and garlic powder.
  • In a small bowl, stir cornstarch into water until dissolved. Stir into soup; cook, stirring frequently, until thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 56.5 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 1136.4 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP IV



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A wonderful creamy and filling soup for anytime of year. Serve with croissants, split in half and toasted, or with French bread.

Provided by wendy

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Broccoli Soup

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup chopped red onion
1 tablespoon margarine
2 ½ cups milk
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 pound processed cheese, cubed
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli

Steps:

  • Melt butter or margarine over medium heat in a 2 quart saucepan. Cook and stir onions in butter or margarine until tender.
  • Add milk and cream cheese; stirring until cream cheese melts. Stir in cheese food and broccoli. Stir until cheese food melts, and soup is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 556.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17.5 g, Cholesterol 131.7 mg, Fat 43 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 25.3 g, Sodium 1373.3 mg, Sugar 13.6 g

EASY POTATO CHEESE SOUP



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This is a creamy soup that is satisfying as a main dish, especially when accompanied by buttered sourdough toast.

Provided by Thyra

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Yield 11

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups water
6 large potatoes, peeled and sliced paper-thin
1 onion, chopped
4 stalks celery, chopped, with leaves
salt and pepper to taste
4 cups half-and-half
2 tablespoons margarine
2 (11 ounce) cans condensed cream of Cheddar cheese soup

Steps:

  • In a large stock pot add water, potatoes, onion, celery and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer until potatoes and vegetables are tender.
  • Once tender, mash soup with a potato masher, and add butter and cream.
  • Gradually bring mixture to a simmer. Add condensed cheese soup and blend. Serve while hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 45.6 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 506.5 mg, Sugar 3 g

CHEESE BROCCOLI SOUP



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This simple soup has basic ingredients, but it tastes so good. The green broccoli florets and the brilliant orange carrots make this creamy soup a colorful addition to any table. -Evelyn Massner, Oakville, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups sliced fresh carrots
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup sliced celery
1-1/2 cups chopped onion
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed chicken broth, undiluted
4 cups whole milk
1/2 pound Velveeta, cubed

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 2 quarts water to a boil. Add carrots, broccoli and celery; cover and boil for 5 minutes. Drain, remove vegetables and set aside. , In the same saucepan, saute onion in butter. Add flour and stir to make smooth paste. Gradually add chicken broth and milk. Cook until mixture thickens, 8-10 minutes. Add vegetables; heat until tender. Add cheese; heat until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 calories, Fat 31g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 1033mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

MOM'S BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



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Mom's broccoli cheese soup is my favorite! My mother has been making this soup for years. It is the only way I can get my son to eat broccoli!

Provided by stelleluna

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 head broccoli, chopped
1 head broccoli, finely chopped
½ cup shredded carrots
6 tablespoons salted butter, cubed
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour, or as needed
2 cups milk
½ (8 ounce) package processed cheese food (such as Velveeta®), cubed

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth to a simmer in a large pot. Add both heads of broccoli and carrots to the simmering stock; simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and saute until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in flour, 1 tablespoon at a time. Cook and stir until a golden roux forms, about 2 minutes. Slowly add milk, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring continuously. Bring to a boil and cook until a thickened gravy forms, about 2 minutes.
  • Slowly pour onion gravy into the broccoli mixture, stirring continuously. Bring to a simmer. Stir in processed cheese food. Simmer, stirring often, until cheese melts, about 5 minutes. Do not let the soup come to a boil or the cheese could separate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Cholesterol 56.5 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 1261.5 mg, Sugar 9 g

ROASTED BROCCOLI-CHEESE SOUP



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My son Jake made this soup with me and he created his own magic touch. Enjoy this soup that is hearty with fresh roasted broccoli and creamy garlic flavors. Serve in warm, baked bread bowls!

Provided by Barb

Categories     Broccoli Soup

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 head broccoli, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced, divided
1 cup chopped onions
1 cup shredded carrots
5 tablespoons butter, divided
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups half-and-half
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking pan with a silicone mat.
  • Toss broccoli and olive oil together in a bowl. Transfer to the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle 1/2 of the minced garlic over top.
  • Roast in the oven until broccoli is tender, 15 to 20 minutes, tossing occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, combine remaining garlic and onions in a food processor; pulse until onion is chopped. Change to the shredding disc and grate carrots into the bowl.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add onion-carrot mixture to the skillet and saute until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove to a plate.
  • Add remaining 4 tablespoons butter to the same skillet. When melted, slowly stir in flour. Slowly stir in half-and-half, then stir in chicken broth. Simmer until thickened, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Slowly drop in Cheddar cheese; add cooked vegetables and roasted broccoli; simmer for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 636.9 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Cholesterol 145.3 mg, Fat 51.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 30.2 g, Sodium 1130.6 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

Tips:

  • For a creamier soup, use half-and-half or heavy cream instead of milk.
  • Add a cup of cooked chicken or ham for a protein-packed meal.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • Season the soup to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Broccoli cheese soup is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy texture, cheesy flavor, and tender broccoli, it's the perfect soup for a cold winter day. This recipe from Allrecipes is a great starting point, but feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors to create your own unique version of this classic soup.

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