Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe
BJ’s Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a super hearty and satisfying meal, totally hitting the spot with its yummy taste.You’re gonna love how smooth it is combined with a great mix of sharp cheddar and tender broccoli.I always find that using freshly grated cheddar makes a noticeable difference in how it tastes and the way it feels.Start by melting butter and cooking onion until it's soft, which sets the stage for developing rich flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp Butter
- 1 Onion chopped
- 2 Carrots chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1/4 cup All-purpose Flour
- 3 cups Chicken Broth
- 4 cups Broccoli Florets
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 cup Half-and-Half
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the onion, carrots, and garlic.
- Cook until they are tender, which takes about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the flour and stir constantly.
- Cook until it's golden, around 3 to 4 minutes.
- Gradually add in the chicken broth, whisking as you pour.
- Add the bay leaves.
- Stir in the broccoli florets and let them simmer.
- Cover the pot and cook until the broccoli is tender, about 15 minutes.
- Remove the bay leaves.
- Then, add the milk and half-and-half into the mixture.
- Stir continuously until the mixture is well combined and heated through.
- Reduce the heat to low and slowly add the cheddar cheese.
- Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the soup is creamy.
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