Best 5 Broccoli Cheese Soupatk Recipes

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Broccoli cheese soup is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. This creamy and cheesy soup is made with fresh broccoli, sharp cheddar cheese, and a variety of seasonings. It is a hearty and satisfying soup that is sure to please everyone at the table.

This article features three different recipes for broccoli cheese soup. The first recipe is a classic broccoli cheese soup made with fresh broccoli, sharp cheddar cheese, and a roux. The second recipe is a slow cooker broccoli cheese soup that is perfect for busy weeknights. The third recipe is a vegan broccoli cheese soup made with plant-based milk and cheese. All three recipes are delicious and easy to make, so you are sure to find one that you love.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP RECIPE



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Truly the BEST Broccoli Cheese Soup! It's perfectly cheesy, hearty, rich, creamy, and it's super easy to make! Pair it with fresh bread for a delicious cozy dinner. Makes about 8 cups.

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Soup

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 Tbsp butter, (cut into 1 Tbsp pieces)
1 cup finely chopped yellow onion
1 large clove garlic, (finely minced)
1/4 cup + 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
3 1/4 cups low-fat milk, (then more to thin if desired)
1 (14.5 oz) can low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
3 cups (packed) finely chopped fresh broccoli florets*
10 oz (2 1/2 cups) sharp cheddar cheese (or extra sharp cheddar cheese, plus more for serving**)
1 oz (1/3 cup) finely shredded Parmesan cheese
salt and freshly ground black pepper, (to taste)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in pot over medium-high heat. Add in onions and cook, stirring frequently until nearly soft, about 4 - 5 minutes.
  • Add in garlic and flour, and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • While whisking, slowly pour in milk then chicken broth. Stir in broccoli.
  • Cook stirring constantly until mixture begins to thicken. Then reduce heat to low and allow to cook, stirring very frequently, until broccoli is tender, about 6 - 8 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in heavy cream then stir in cheddar and parmesan cheese, mixing until melted.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm with more cheddar if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 39 g, SaturatedFat 24 g, Cholesterol 121 mg, Sodium 600 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving

20 MINUTE BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



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Broccoli Cheese Soup is an easy cheesy soup ready in 20 minutes, start to finish!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Lunch     Side Dish     Soup

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion (diced)
1 cup carrots (diced)
3 cups fresh broccoli
2 cups chicken broth
½ teaspoon each thyme and garlic powder
salt & pepper (to taste )
2 tablespoons flour
1 ½ cups light cream
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
⅓ cup parmesan cheese (fresh)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook butter, onion and carrots over medium heat until onion softens (about 3 minutes). Add broccoli, chicken broth, and seasonings. Simmer until broccoli is softened, about 8 minutes.
  • Remove 1 cup of vegetables, coarsely chop and set aside. Using an immersion blender, blend remaining vegetables and broth.
  • Place flour in a small bowl. Add in cream a little at a time stirring until smooth. Bring blended vegetable mixture to a boil and whisk in cream mixture. Continue whisking until thick and bubbly, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, stir in cheeses & reserved chopped vegetables and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Cholesterol 94 mg, Sodium 560 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PANERA BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



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Make and share this Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by chefnini

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon melted butter
1/2 medium chopped onion
1/4 cup melted butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups half-and-half cream
2 cups chicken stock
1/2 lb fresh broccoli (chopped into bite size pieces)
1 cup carrot, julienned, grated
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
8 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese
salt and pepper
crusty bread or bread bowl
2 cups whole milk

Steps:

  • Sauté onion in butter. Set aside.
  • Cook melted butter and flour using a whisk over medium heat for 3-5 minutes or until you see a noticeable golden brown color in your pan.
  • Slowly add in the chicken stock and whisk again to combine. Simmer contents covered (stirring occasionally) for 20 minutes on medium heat.
  • Add the broccoli, carrots and the sauteed onions, into the pot. Stir, add the milk and half & half. Cook covered over low heat 20-25 minutes but do not bring to a boil. This may cause the milk to curdle.
  • Add salt, pepper & nutmeg. Note: you can purée half of your soup in a blender or with a handheld immersion blender if you choose however it isn't a requirement. Continue to cook the soup on low heat and slowly add the grated cheese a handful at a time and stir to avoid clumps. Once all the cheese has been added is melted, remove from heat, and serve immediately. Suggestion: serve with crusty bread or in a breadbowl.
  • Refrigerate leftovers after they have cooled and store in a airtight container up to 5 days in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 702.6, Fat 53, SaturatedFat 32.5, Cholesterol 158.3, Sodium 803.7, Carbohydrate 31.3, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 11.7, Protein 27.6

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

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

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. Fresh broccoli and sharp cheddar cheese will give your soup the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the broccoli. Overcooked broccoli will become mushy and lose its flavor.
  • Use a good quality chicken broth. A good quality chicken broth will add a lot of flavor to your soup.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different cheeses. You can use different types of cheddar cheese, or even try adding other types of cheese, such as Parmesan or Gruyère.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers. This will help to soak up the delicious soup.

Conclusion:

Broccoli cheese soup is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious bowl of broccoli cheese soup that your family and friends will love.

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