Name: Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 5
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ¼ cup unsalted butter (or 4 tablespoons ); ¼ cup flour; 3 cups milk; 3 cups chicken broth (or veggie, beef, or water); 3 cups chopped broccoli crowns (or 2 broccoli crown heads, chopped); 2 cups matchstick carrots; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Description

Here is my version of Broccoli Cheddar Soup, creamy, savory, cheesy, and super easy to make. It will make your family ask for more.

Ingredients

Units Scale

1/4 cup unsalted butter (or 4 tablespoons )
1/4 cup flour
3 cups milk
3 cups chicken broth (or veggie, beef, or water)
3 cups chopped broccoli crowns (or 2 broccoli crown heads, chopped)
2 cups matchstick carrots
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

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Instructions

In a 5-7 quart pot over medium heat, melt butter.
Once the butter has melted; stir in flour, continuously stir for 2-3 mins.
Pour milk into the pot, continuously stir for 5-7 mins until it thickens.
Once it has thickened add broth, continuously stir for 2-3 mins.
Bring to a boil, then add your broccoli, carrots, salt, and pepper.
Bring down to a simmer, simmer for 20-25 mins; until veggies are tender.
Once done add cheese; mix until all is melted through.
Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American