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Cream of Broccoli Cheese Soup

Cream of Broccoli Cheese Soup

Yield: 8 servings
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 45 minutes
Total: 1 hour
So cozy, so cheesy, and chockfull of veggies!
5 stars (3 ratings)

Ingredients

  • ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter
  • 1 onion, diced
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups milk
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 4 heads broccoli, cut into florets
  • Pinch of nutmeg
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 cups shredded mild cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups vegetable broth

Instructions

  • Melt butter in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and half-and-half, and cook, whisking constantly, until incorporated, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in broccoli, nutmeg, salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until broccoli is tender, about 20-30 minutes.
  • Stir in cheese, a handful at a time, until smooth, about 1-2 minutes. Puree with an immersion blender. Stir in vegetable broth until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  • Serve immediately.