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Simple Broccoli Cheese Soup With 5 Ingredients
The Simple Broccoli Cheese Soup With 5 Ingredients is a quick, nourishing meal that combines fresh broccoli, creamy cheese, and pantry staples for a delightful dish.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Immersion Blender
- Cutting Board
- Knife
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups Chopped Broccoli Florets Fresh and firm broccoli.
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Sharp cheddar preferred for melting.
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped Adds flavor depth.
- 4 cups Vegetable Broth Low-sodium recommended.
- 1 cup Heavy Cream For creaminess.
Instructions
- Chop the broccoli into bite-sized florets and finely chop the onion.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes until translucent.
- Add the chopped broccoli and sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until broccoli is tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
- Return the soup to medium heat and stir in the heavy cream, warming through.
- Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve hot.
Notes
For added texture, reserve some broccoli florets before blending and stir them in after pureeing.