Easy Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Happened to have all of these ingredients on hand (frozen broccoli) and threw this together in 30 mins - and it was great! Ate along with baked potatoes and we were FULL! 

Recipe and photo from Damn Delicious

BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time20 minutes

Total Time30 minutes

Yield4 servings

Warm, cheesy, rich broccoli cheese soup made in less than 30 minutes that even the pickiest of eaters will go crazy for!

INGREDIENTS

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, diced
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 cups milk
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 3 heads broccoli, cut into florets and finely chopped
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

• Melt butter in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add garlic, onion and thyme, and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
• Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, vegetable broth and heavy cream, and cook, whisking constantly, until incorporated, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in broccoli.
• Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until broccoli is tender, about 6-8 minutes.
• Stir in cheeses, a handful at a time, until smooth, about 1-2 minutes; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
• Serve immediately.

NOTES

Adapted from Cooking Classy