Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Course: First CourseCuisine: American

Servings

servings

Cooking time

minutes

Enjoy the rich and comforting allure of our Broccoli Cheddar Soup, a culinary symphony of carefully selected ingredients. Begin with a luscious base of butter and olive oil and a colorful medley of finely grated carrots, diced celery, onions, and minced garlic. The heartiness is enhanced with golden potatoes and vibrant broccoli florets, while fresh thyme, ground fennel, and nutmeg add a flavorful dimension. Seasoned to perfection with salt and pepper, the soup achieves a harmonious balance. A luxurious touch is added with half and half, and the crowning glory is the addition of sharp cheddar cheese, creating a velvety and irresistible texture. Simmer to perfection, and relish in the warmth and homey essence of this delightful Broccoli Cheddar Soup.

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Ingredients

2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 cup finely grated carrots
1 cup small, diced celery
1 cup small diced yellow or white onion
2 tsp minced garlic
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3 cups peeled and medium decided golden potatoes
3 cups chopped broccoli florets
1/2 tsp fresh thyme
1/2 tsp ground fennel
1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups half and half
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Directions

In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter with oil. Add carrots, celery, and onion and sauté for five minutes. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds longer.
Stir in thyme, chicken broth, potatoes, fennel, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium, cover with a lid, and cook for 15 minutes.
Add broccoli and cook 5 minutes longer or until veggies are tender.
Add half and half and stir.
Remove from heat and add in cheddar cheese until melted.

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My Broccoli Cheddar Soup is incredibly smooth, rich, and full of great flavors! It’s so comforting during cold months. And one of the best parts is that you can make it in under an hour.

Broccoli Cheddar Soup

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