Best 7 Ultimate Cream Of Broccoli And Cheese Soup Recipes

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Indulge in the Comforting Goodness of Cream of Broccoli and Cheese Soup: A Culinary Delight

When the weather turns chilly, there's nothing quite like a bowl of warm and creamy soup to soothe the soul. Our Ultimate Cream of Broccoli and Cheese Soup recipe is the epitome of comfort food, featuring a velvety smooth broth, tender broccoli florets, and an abundance of melted cheese. But that's not all! This versatile dish can be transformed into a hearty main course with the addition of chicken, shrimp, or sausage. For a lighter option, try our Creamy Broccoli Soup variation, which omits the cheese for a healthier twist. And if you're craving a taste of the sea, our Creamy Shrimp and Broccoli Soup combines succulent shrimp with broccoli in a delectable creamy broth. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our collection of cream of broccoli and cheese soup recipes, perfect for any occasion.

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

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

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

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

CREAM OF BROCCOLI SOUP



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This soup is super creamy in texture, but it contains very little actual cream. The butter and flour mixture -- what's called a roux -- gives it body and silkiness.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1 medium yellow onion, diced small
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 pound broccoli, cut into florets, stems peeled and chopped
1/4 cup heavy cream
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium pot, melt butter over medium. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 8 minutes.
  • Add flour and cook, stirring, until combined, 1 minute.
  • Whisking constantly, add broth and 1 cup water and bring to a boil over high. Reduce heat and simmer, whisking occasionally, 10 minutes.
  • Add broccoli and bring to a simmer. Cook until broccoli is very tender, 20 minutes.
  • Transfer mixture to a large bowl. In batches, fill a blender halfway with mixture and puree until smooth; to allow heat to escape, remove cap from hole in lid, cover lid with a dish towel, and hold down firmly while blending. Return soup to pot as pureed.
  • Add cream and heat over medium until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper. Thin with broth or water, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 11 g

CHEESY BROCCOLI SOUP



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That's why she often serves Cheesy Broccoli Soup. "This creamy and flavorful soup goes together in a flash because it uses frozen chopped broccoli and process American cheese," she explains. Plus, it's easy to warm up if Bob works late. "He likes it so much that when he grocery shops, he always makes sure the ingredients for this soup are on the list," she reports.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups water
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon or 1/2 vegetable bouillon cube
1 package (16 ounces) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup 2% milk
1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water and bouillon to a boil. Add broccoli. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain, reserving 3/4 cup liquid. , In another large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Whisk in flour until blended. Add the milk and cheese. Cook over medium-low heat until thickened and cheese is melted, stirring frequently. Stir in broccoli and reserved cooking liquid.

Nutrition Facts :

CREAM OF BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



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

Provided by 2atdiemer

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 medium onion, chopped fine
6 tablespoons margarine
8 tablespoons flour
4 cups 2% low-fat milk (one quart)
1 bunch broccoli, stems and leaves removed
1 cup chicken broth or 1 cup water
8 slices American cheese
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, cook the onions in the margarine until soft.
  • Stir in the flour and cook (but do not brown) for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
  • Whisk in the milk, reduce heat and stir occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, chop the broccoli florets into small pieces, place in a small saucepan with the broth (or water) and bring to boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until tender (about 6-8 minutes).
  • As the milk mixture thickens, stir in the slices of American cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • When the broccoli is tender, add it (including the cooking liquid) to the thickened cheese mixture. Stir well to combine and serve immediately.

ULTIMATE BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



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This soup is unbelievably delicious!! I have yet to find another recipe for broccoli cheese soup that is better than this one! Give it a try!

Provided by Chalsea

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup flour
2 cups half-and-half
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 lb broccoli, washed cut
1 cup carrot, grated
salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
8 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Saute onion in butter. Set aside.
  • Cook melted butter and flour using a whisk over medium heat for 3-5 minutes. Stir constantly and slowly add the half-and-half (this is called making a roux). Add the chicken broth whisking all the time. Simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add the broccoli, carrots and onions. Cook over low heat till veggies are tender for 20-25 minutes. Add salt and pepper. The soup should be thickened by now.
  • Pour in batches into osterizer (blender) and puree.
  • Return to pot over low heat and add the grated cheese; stir until well blended. Stir in the nutmeg.
  • This soup can be easily doubled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Fat 32.2, SaturatedFat 20, Cholesterol 95, Sodium 629.2, Carbohydrate 13.7, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 2.6, Protein 15.5

Tips:

  • Use fresh broccoli: Fresh broccoli has a more vibrant flavor and color than frozen broccoli. If you're using frozen broccoli, be sure to thaw it completely before using it in the soup.
  • Don't overcook the broccoli: Overcooked broccoli will become mushy and lose its flavor. Cook it just until it's tender-crisp.
  • Use a good quality cheese: The cheese is one of the main ingredients in this soup, so it's important to use a good quality cheese that you enjoy the taste of. Sharp cheddar cheese is a classic choice, but you can also use other types of cheese, such as Gruyère, Parmesan, or Gouda.
  • Season the soup to taste: Be sure to taste the soup before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or garlic powder.
  • Serve the soup with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings for cream of broccoli and cheese soup include croutons, shredded cheese, bacon bits, and chopped chives.

Conclusion:

Cream of broccoli and cheese soup is a delicious and comforting soup that's perfect for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a creamy, flavorful soup that your family and friends will love.

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