Broccoli Cheddar Soup

I love a one-pot meal & this one is great as a “girl dinner” or light lunch. I typically serve it with a crunchy bread loaf and a salad. 

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Let’s get into it: 

Ingredients

• 2-3 heads of fresh broccoli, chopped

• 1 small yellow onion, diced

• 3-4 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth

• 2 cups whole milk

• 1-2 cups heavy cream

• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (shred your own)

• 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

• 1/2 teaspoon time

• 1/4 teaspoon rosemary

• Optional: bacon bits for topping

1. Sauté the veggies

Melt the butter in a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium heat.

Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Add the carrots in next, cook for another 2 minutes. 

2. Make the base

Sprinkle the flour over the veggies and stir until everything is coated. Cook for about 1 minute.

Slowly pour in the broth while stirring constantly to prevent lumps.

Add the milk and heavy cream, then stir to combine. Let it come to a light boil.

3. Add the broccoli

Add the chopped broccoli and seasonings.

Bring the soup to a gentle simmer and cook for about 15–20 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender. 

*Tip- sometimes I will boil the heads of broccoli beforehand so it’s quick and ready to go. 

4. Add the cheese

Turn the heat down to low and slowly stir in the shredded cheddar a handful at a time. Make sure to shred your own cheese to keep this as smooth and creamy as possible.

Keep stirring until the cheese is completely melted and the soup is smooth and creamy.

Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

5. Serve

Ladle into bowls and top with a little extra shredded cheddar and cracked black pepper. Bacon if you’d like. 

Serve with warm, crusty bread for dipping.

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My Lodge pot is my go-to for all my cozy one pot meals. It's big enough to serve a large family meal and has kept up with me through hundreds of sourdough loaves, pots of soups, short ribs, and everything in between. This one typically runs around $89. Here is the one I love.

I also have this one for a more budget friendly option ($20 cheaper). I love the Lodge a smidge more as far as durability goes but otherwise- this one works just fine! 

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