Cheddar Broccoli Soup

Name: Cheddar Broccoli Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
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-sized pieces); 2 cups shredded carrots; 12 ounces grated 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: Fri, 14 Mar 2025 15:53:32 GMT