Best 11 Creamy Dreamy Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with Creamy Dreamy Broccoli Cheese Soup, a harmonious blend of flavors that will warm your heart and soul. This classic comfort food is not only easy to make but also versatile, with variations to suit every taste. Dive into the depths of cheesy goodness with the traditional recipe, featuring a velvety broth brimming with tender broccoli florets, gooey cheese, and a hint of nutmeg. For those seeking a lighter option, explore the lightened-up version, where Greek yogurt lends a tangy twist while maintaining a creamy texture. For a touch of smokiness, embark on a culinary journey with the smoked Gouda variation, where the rich, nutty flavor of smoked Gouda cheese takes center stage. And for those with dietary restrictions, the gluten-free recipe offers a delightful alternative, ensuring everyone can savor this comforting soup without compromise. Whichever recipe you choose, prepare to be enveloped in a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST BROCCOLI-CHEDDAR SOUP



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This outstanding broccoli-cheddar soup is rich, cheesy and packed with flavor. We decided to puree just over half the soup which makes it extra thick and creamy, and left the remainder chunky so there are broccoli bits in every bite. Gild the lily with more shredded cheese on top to satisfy your comfort food craving.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 large carrot, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups half and half
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
4 cups broccoli florets (from about 1 head)
2 bay leaves
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 large russet potato (about 8 ounces)
8 ounces mild yellow Cheddar, shredded (about 2 cups), plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the onion, carrot and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender, about 5 minutes. Whisk in the flour and cook until golden, 3 to 4 minutes, then gradually whisk in the half-and-half until smooth. Add the chicken broth, broccoli, bay leaves, nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon salt and few grinds of black pepper Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium-low and simmer, uncovered and stirring occasionally, until the broth has thickened and the broccoli is very tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prick the potato all over with a fork and put on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on high until tender, flipping halfway through, about 6 minutes. Let cool, then peel. Use a fork or potato masher to mash until crumbly.
  • Reserve 2 cups of the soup in a liquid measuring cup and discard the bay leaves. Let the remaining hot soup cool for 5 minutes or so, then transfer it to a blender, filling no more than halfway. Add the mashed potato. Remove the center cap from the lid and place it on the blender. Cover the lid with a folded kitchen towel to catch splatters, and pulse until very smooth.
  • Stir the pureed soup and reserved 2 cups of soup back into the pot. Whisk in the cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Ladle into serving bowls and top with more shredded Cheddar.

EASY BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



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Recipe video above. This Broccoli Soup is a cream of broccoli soup that's thick and creamy, with a great hit of cheese! It's creamy whether you make it with or without cream, though the cream does add an extra edge of luxury. Don't forget the hot crusty bread for dunking!

Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats

Categories     Soup

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tbsp (15g) butter ((or olive oil))
2 garlic cloves (, minced)
1 onion (, diced (brown, white yellow))
4 cups (1 litre) chicken broth / stock (, low sodium (or veg stock))
1.5 cups (325ml) water
700g / 1.4lb) broccoli florets ((2 large broccoli + diced peeled stem, Note 1))
2 potatoes (, peeled and diced into 1.5cm / 2/3" cubes)
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1.5 cups (150g) cheddar cheese (, shredded (or other cheese of choice))
3/4 cup (165ml) cream or milk
Cream, for drizzling
Extra grated cheese

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium high heat. Add onion and garlic, saute for 2 minutes until onion is softened.
  • Add broth/ water, broccoli, potato, salt and pepper. Bring to simmer, then place the lid on, turn the heat down to medium high and cook for 20 minutes or until the broccoli is soft.
  • Turn stove off (but leave on stove). Puree using a stick blender until smooth (Note 2).
  • Stir in cream, then add cheese a handful at a time, stirring in between to melt.
  • Taste and add more salt if desired.
  • Ladle into bowls. Drizzle with cream and top with extra grated cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 544 g, Calories 366 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 84 mg, Sodium 630 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 4 g

CREAMY, DREAMY BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



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I have never made this kind of soup before, but hubby had a hanker'n for it so I went on a search for the perfect recipe. I found a couple that looked good, but wasn't exactly what I would do, so changed it up here and there until I came up with a creamy, dreamy recipe that will comfort any soup lovin' soul. I hope you enjoy this...

Provided by Melissa Henry

Categories     Cream Soups

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lb broccoli, bunch (cut in small bites)
1 stick butter
1 small onion (chopped)
2 clove garlic (minced)
6 Tbsp flour
32 oz chicken broth (i use better than bullion)
12 oz evaporated milk
1 lb pasturized cheese (such as velveta) cut into small squares

Steps:

  • 1. In an almost large pot, steam your broccoli for 10 min and set aside. Dump out water and return pot to stove.
  • 2. On medium heat melt butter and sauté onions until tender (approx 5 min). Add garlic and stir for 1 minute. Add flour and stir continually for 1 minute.
  • 3. Slowly add chicken broth and stir until thick. Add evaporated milk that you have poured into a 2 cup measuring cup filled the rest of the way to the line with water. Stir until it begins to bubble. Turn off heat and take off of burner and then add steamed broccoli and cheese. Stir until melted and enjoy!
  • 4. Serves 4 big eaters or 6 - 8 regular eaters.

CREAM OF BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP I



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Our favorite anytime soup. Very quick and easy.

Provided by Lisa

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 8

⅔ cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon margarine
5 cups chicken broth
1 (8 ounce) package wide egg noodles
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli
1 clove garlic, minced
6 cups milk
12 ounces shredded American cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in butter or margarine over medium heat till tender.
  • Add broth, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and add noodles. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in broccoli. Cover, and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in milk and cheese. Heat slowly, stirring, till cheese melts. DO NOT BOIL. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.7 calories, Carbohydrate 37.6 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 26.7 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 1450.3 mg, Sugar 12 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

CREAM OF BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



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"When my husband and I visit fresh-food stands, we often come home with more vegetables than we can eat," Marge Hill shares from Glenside, Pennsylvania. "I lightened up this tarragon-flavored soup to use up the broccoli we buy. I like it with crusty bread, a salad or a sandwich."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups 1% milk
1-1/4 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick saucepan coated with cooking spray, saute onion until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually whisk in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until slightly thickened. , Add the broccoli, tarragon, thyme and pepper; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until broccoli is tender. Add milk; cook, uncovered, 5 minutes longer. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature., In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return all to the pan; heat through. Reduce heat. Add 1 cup of cheese; stir just until melted. Serve immediately. Garnish with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 340mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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

EASY CHEESY CREAM OF BROCCOLI SOUP



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This is a fast but delicious soup recipe for those who like broccoli soup but don't like the canned taste. I use light cheese and 98% fat-free soup to reduce the fat content of the soup.

Provided by Keli Oelerich

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

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 ¼ cups milk
8 ounces processed cheese food (eg. Velveeta)
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare broccoli according to directions. Drain off excess water.
  • Add cream of mushroom soup and one can of milk to broccoli. Stir and heat thoroughly on low.
  • Add cheese, stirring until melted. Add salt and pepper to taste. Your quick and creamy soup is ready to serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 39.5 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 1909.8 mg, Sugar 13.7 g

THICK AND CREAMY BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



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This recipe came from my husbands Uncle Robbie, who is a great Cook. We were visiting him in Memphis on a cold and snowy day gathering groceries for the next few days. I mentioned how great a bowl of TGI Fridays broccoli cheese soup would be. The next thing I know we gathered the ingredients and were savoring this soup. I am so glad we did not go to the restaurant!!

Provided by Michelle-Hannahs mom

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs fresh broccoli
1 cup green onion (chopped and tops and bottoms separated)
2 (10 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 lb colby cheese
1 -1 1/2 lb American cheese or 1 -1 1/2 lb cheddar cheese
1 cup half-and-half
2 tablespoons flour
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon fresh ground pepper
1 -2 tablespoon cornstarch (to thicken)
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon oil

Steps:

  • Steam Broccoli by either putting in Microwave safe dish with lid and a small amount of water, or on stove in a covered sauce pan and small amount of water.
  • Cook just until soft.
  • Oil skillet 1/8" in bottom.
  • Heat, then add 3 TBS Butter.
  • Add 2 Tbs Flour, chopped Green onion bottoms and ground Pepper.
  • Cook until Yellow in color, just enough so the flour is not raw.
  • Add 2 Cans of Chicken Broth.
  • Stir quickly, using whisk if you have one.
  • Add Steamed Broccoli and any pan liquids.
  • Add Green Onion tops, and Simmer 15-20 minutes on Med heat.
  • This will slightly reduce liquid and impart flavors. The broccoli breaks apart and "makes" the soup. If you would like whole pieces of broccoli, keep some out to add at the end. This way they will not overcook.
  • Reduce heat.
  • Add Colby and American Cheeses.
  • Cook on low 1 minute.
  • Add 1 Cup Half and Half slowly, so it will not clump.
  • Here you must watch temperature, so keep it on low.
  • Cook 10 minutes.
  • Add Cornstarch to water and stir.
  • Pour in 1/2 of cornstarch mixture and stir.
  • Then pour in 2nd half of mixture and stir.
  • Turn heat off and stir until thick.

CREAMY BROCCOLI & CHEESE SOUP



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A warming creamy soup made with broccoli and cheddar cheese

Provided by emmabubble

Time 1h

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 onion, peeled and chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 head of broccoli, stalks trimmed and cut into florets
1l chicken stock
250ml single cream
175g mature cheddar cheese, grated
sea salt and cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • warm the olive oil in a large soup pot and add the onions. Cook until soft and golden in colour. Add the potatoes and continue to stir for a few minutes.
  • Add the chicken stock and bring to the boil. Add the broccoli florets and reduce to simmer.
  • Continue to simmer for around 20 minutes or until the potatoes and broccoli are soft.
  • Blend until smooth and then stir in the cream. Continue to simmer on a low heat and gradually add the cheddar stirring continuously for around 10 minutes. Season and serve.

ERIN'S CHEESY BROCCOLI SOUP



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The key to this delicious and creamy soup is cream cheese! Oh so good!

Provided by CARAMOMMY

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

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups water
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
2 bunches broccoli, chopped
½ onion, minced
2 cups milk
½ cup margarine
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Bring water and chicken bouillon granules to a boil in a pot. Add broccoli and onion; cook at a boil until tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Combine milk, margarine, flour, and cream cheese in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir until the margarine melts and the mixture begins to thicken, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir Cheddar cheese into the milk mixture; cook and stir until the Cheddar melts completely.
  • Pour the broccoli mixture into the cheese mixture in the large pot; stir well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 669 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 101 mg, Fat 54.4 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 21.1 g, SaturatedFat 23.8 g, Sodium 758.6 mg, Sugar 10 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right broccoli: Look for broccoli with tightly closed florets and a deep green color. Avoid broccoli with yellow or wilted florets.
  • Prepare the broccoli properly: Cut the broccoli into small florets and wash them thoroughly. You can also peel the stems if you want a more tender soup.
  • Don't overcook the broccoli: Broccoli should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight crunch. Overcooked broccoli will become mushy and lose its flavor.
  • Use a good quality cheese: The type of cheese you use will have a big impact on the flavor of the soup. Use a cheese that melts well and has a strong flavor, such as cheddar, Gruyère, or Parmesan.
  • Season the soup to taste: Don't be afraid to add more salt, pepper, or other seasonings to taste. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little spice.

Conclusion:

This creamy dreamy broccoli cheese soup is the perfect comfort food for a cold day. It's easy to make and packed with flavor. The broccoli and cheese are a classic combination, and the creamy sauce is rich and satisfying. This soup is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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