Cheddar Broccoli Soup

Name: Cheddar Broccoli Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 7 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup finely diced yellow onion (1 onion); 1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic; 3/4 teaspoon paprika (I like smoked); 3/4 teaspoon ground mustard; 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; Salt and pepper; 6 tablespoons flour; 32 ounces reduced-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth); 3 cups half-and-half (see note 1); 1 bay leaf (optional); 6 cups chopped broccoli (to bite-size pieces); 2 cups shredded carrots; 12 ounces shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese (3-1/4 cups); Hearty buttered bread (optional, or serve in bread bowls)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:40min

This creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup is easy, all in one pot! Bursting with flavor and made in no time, the secret to its deliciousness is all in the spices!

Updated at: Mon, 21 Apr 2025 10:58:33 GMT