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Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup with Cream Cheese Easy Comfort Bowl Recipe

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A rich and velvety broccoli cheddar soup enhanced with cream cheese for a luscious texture, perfect for cozy dinners and quick comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of nutmeg or a dash of hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Rinse and chop broccoli into bite-sized florets. Finely chop onion and mince garlic.
  2. Melt butter in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, avoiding browning.
  3. Sprinkle flour over onion and garlic mixture, stirring constantly. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly golden and fragrant.
  4. Slowly pour in broth while whisking to prevent lumps. Add broccoli florets and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook uncovered for 8-10 minutes until broccoli is tender but not mushy.
  5. Optional: Use an immersion blender to puree about half the soup in the pot, leaving some chunks for texture.
  6. Lower heat and stir in milk and softened cream cheese until melted and smooth. Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted before adding more.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add optional nutmeg or hot sauce if desired. Warm through without boiling to prevent cheese separation.
  8. Serve warm, optionally topped with extra shredded cheddar or croutons.

Notes

Soften cream cheese before adding to avoid clumps. Add cheddar cheese gradually over low heat to prevent separation. If soup thickens too much after sitting, stir in a splash of broth or milk to loosen. Avoid boiling after adding cheese.

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