Creamy Cheesy Broccoli Soup is a classic meal that everyone loves. I, especially, love that kids will eat broccoli easily when in this delicious soup. This recipe is fast, simple, and tasty. Just what I and every other mom out there needs on a busy weeknight.
Creamy Cheesy Broccoli Soup
I confess that soup is a weakness of mine. From our creamy Macaroni and Cheese Soup to the classic upscale Slow Cooker Guinness French Onion Soup, I am always a fan. I love being able to sit down to a warm bowl of soup after a long day, and even more love that this broccoli soup is a perfect option for lunches. With such a simple recipe, this is going to be a favorite for your family.
I love the idea of using a dutch oven to make this recipe. It is actually one of my favorite kitchen tools. A dutch oven is a great beautiful and functional pot for use on the stovetop, in the oven, and straight to the table. Of course, I am going to want fewer dishes. So, making this broccoli soup in a pretty dutch oven, then sitting in the oven on warm until dinner time is ideal. I can bring it directly to the table to serve easily.
- 1 medium onion diced
- 1/2 C. butter
- 1/3 C. flour
- 4 C. whole milk
- 3 C. mild cheddar cheese shredded
- salt & pepper to taste
- 3 C. broccoli florets
- 1-2 C. chicken or vegetable broth
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In a large pot or dutch oven, melt the butter and saute the onion until translucent 8-10 minutes.
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Add in the 1/3 cup of flour and stir while the mixture is thickening.
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Slowly add in the 4 cups of whole milk and let simmer.
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Add in the broccoli florets and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until softened.
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Add the cheese and allow it to melt.
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Puree 1/2 of the soup in a food processor or blender. I like using a potato masher to keep things chunky and simple.
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Add in the broth until the soup has reached your desired thickness.
Let’s face it we are all busy and one pot or pan meals make dinner clean up a cinch!
If you enjoyed this broccoli cheddar soup recipe you might enjoy these other homemade soups as well!
Broccoli and cheese go so well together. I am a big fan of these two flavors together, in soup like this as well as in rice and pasta.
I’ve never tried to make my own broccoli soup. Didn’t realize it was quite this easy!
That sounds so amazing! We love broccoli with cheese sauce, and I KNOW this would be a huge hit.
Your soup recipe sounds perfect for a cool autumn day. I am so ready for fall weather so I can start making more soups again!
i think my younger daughter would enjoy this soup. She loves soup even when its 100 degrees outside. I will be trying it out very soon
Thanks for this recipe. I love to make soup in the cooler months and I am always looking for new recipes that are quick, easy and tasty.
This sounds absolutely delicious. I can’t wait to try this recipe this winter.
Cheesy broccoli soup might be my favorite kind of soup 🙂 Thanks for sharing your recipe at Merry Monday last week!
I love broccoli cheese soup, but have never made my own. This may sound like a foolish question, but when do you add in the cheese? I know it’s not just sprinkled as garnish on top in the bowl, or the soup would be white!
I read the instructions 3 times, but I’m either blind or the “add cheese” is really not included! Please HELP!! Thank you.
Paula –
You’ll add the cheese after the broccoli and the recipe has been updated. Thank you for pointing that out!