Broccoli Cheddar Soup

23 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1In a medium hot skillet, add four tablespoons of unsalted butter.
  2. 2Toss in a diced onion and cook this down for about five to six minutes.
  3. 3Add garlic and flour and cook for an additional two minutes to get the raw flavor out.
  4. 4Slowly add in four cups of chicken broth, constantly stirring until it comes nice and smooth.
  5. 5Add one cup of heavy whipping cream.
  6. 6Add one sliced carrot and four cups of chopped broccoli.
  7. 7Add a little bit of smoked paprika and some salt and pepper.
  8. 8Stir this up and bring it to a simmer for 15 minutes until everything is tender.
  9. 9Turn the heat down to low and slowly add in cheddar cheese, one handful at a time, slowly mixing as you go.
  10. 10Let this cool and thicken up.
  11. 11Add some salt if needed.
  12. 12Serve in a bread bowl with extra cheese and bacon bits.

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium diced onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.33 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 large sliced carrot
  • 4 cups chopped broccoli florets
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
  • bacon bits

Equipment

skilletDutch oven

Tips

  • Keep seasonings simple
  • Do not boil the soup after adding cheese
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