Broccoli and Cheddar Soup
Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with broccoli, this homemade soup is cozy, flavorful and perfect with crusty bread.
Ingredients
- 6 tbs butter I used salted
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/3 cup all purpose flour
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 6 cups chopped broccoli
- 2 carrots shredded
- 3 cups half and half
- 2 cups cheddar cheese freshly grated
Instructions
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Heat a large pot over medium heat and melt the butter. Add the onion and cook for about 8 minutes, stirring often, until softened.
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Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
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Stir in the black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and smoked paprika. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Sprinkle in the flour, stir well, and cook for 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
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Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, making sure there are no lumps. Add the broccoli and carrots and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
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Stir in the half and half and cook for 5 minutes until warmed through. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
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Serve hot with crusty bread and enjoy!