This creamy, 30 minute broccoli cheddar soup is the perfect addition to your cooking repertoire. If you want to arrive home and relish in a proper home-cooked meal, this recipe is for you.

The broccoli mixed with the cheddar flavor is the ideal way to sneak those vegetables into your daily routine. If you are the type of person who leads a hectic lifestyle but still prioritize wellness during dinner time, this recipe is for you.  

No matter what age group you are appealing to, this soup will serenade the tastebuds of any suitor. The healthy vegetables and the creamy stock that lives in this dish will create that balanced, nutritious experience we are all looking for. If you are a picky eater who despises thick greens like broccoli, prepare to change your mind for the better.

The combination of tasty ingredients you can add to this soup will elevate the flavor of the vegetables you need to be nourished. Also, the creaminess of the cheese prepares you for the culinary experience you deserve.

 Why is this dish so special?

When I was a kid, I remember liking vegetables like carrots, corn, pumpkin, squash, and tomatoes (until tomatoes became a fruit, of course). However, the time I spent trying to enjoy greens like broccoli was difficult, to say the least. My parents wouldn’t let my siblings and I leave the dinner table until we finished all our food, and broccoli was no exception.  

There were moments when I considered stuffing the broccoli in my dress pocket. Once my mom found broccoli chunks in the washing machine though, she kept stronger surveillance over me.  

There was no escaping. I had no choice but to swallow the inordinate tree scarps!  

When I became a teenager, my palate transformed. I tried to find ways to incorporate greens into my diet. That’s when I discovered Broccoli Cheddar soup. I always knew I loved cheese, but I never imagined it would taste so good with green vegetables.              

I was in a fast-food restaurant the first time I tasted it. It’s an established fact that fast-food joints use harmful ingredients to make their meals more appetizing. Another fun fact for you is that I am always broke, so I don’t have the funds to eat out every day.

When I decided to make a large batch of Broccoli Cheddar soup at home, I was thrilled with the results. Everybody ate a decent helping along with some toasted bread. Also, the leftovers served me well for the rest of the week.

Broccoli Cheddar soup is synonymous with comfort and coziness. There is nothing better than the sunny scoops that heat your insides. This type of dish will satisfy everyone. It goes perfectly inside a bread bowl or with some bread on the side. It will help heal those who are sick or desperate for a hearty dinner.  

That’s what makes Broccoli Cheddar soup so special!

Ingredients

To make a delicious Broccoli Cheddar soup, you will need the following ingredients:  

1. One chopped medium white onion.
2. Three minced garlic cloves.
3. One-fourth cup of melted butter.
4. One-fourth cup of flour.
5. One twelve-ounce bag of broccoli florets.
6. One cup of grated carrots.
7. Two cups of grated sharp cheddar cheese.
8. Two cups of half and half.
9. Two cups of vegetable stock.
10. Salt and pepper to taste.

How to Prepare

To prepare this incredible recipe, you can begin by:  

1. Melt butter in a deep pot over medium heat. Add your onion and garlic, and cook for 4 minutes until onions are transparent and slightly golden.
2. Add flour and mix for one minute until it incorporates properly into the ingredients. Pour the vegetable stock, broccoli, and carrots in the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil and season with salt and pepper to taste. Turn the heat to low and let the soup simmer for fifteen minutes or until the vegetables are fully cooked.
3. Add the half-and-half and grated cheddar cheese and allow the soup to simmer for one minute. Be sure to try a spoonful of the soup and add more seasoning if necessary.
4. Serve with toasted bread, garlic bread, or crackers, and enjoy!

Making soup is a wonderful way of taking care of yourself and your loved ones. It truly lifts your spirits and acts as the perfect comfort meal. Whether you are looking for a quick dinner or a special meal in front of a fire, you will never get tired of the luscious flavor of this dish.