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Broccoli Cheddar Soup

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Prep 20 minutes
Cook 30 minutes
Total 50 minutes
One of my family's favorites this soup is creamy and cheesy while being full of vitamin-filled broccoli. Serve it with some crusty bread or a bread bowl to have the perfect compliment! This recipe costs about $1.50 per serving or $9 for the whole recipe.
Servings 6
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings6

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb Broccoli
  • 1 Onion
  • 2 Carrot
  • 6 cup Veggie Broth
  • 1.5 cup Half and Half
  • .5 cup Potato Pearls You can alternatively use 1 cup of leftover mashed potatoes
  • 8 oz Cheddar Cheese
  • 4 tbsp Butter
Optional
  • 1 tbsp Veggie Stock Base Such as Better Than Bullion

Method

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Cut the broccoli into small, bite-sized pieces. If you are using the broccoli stems, peel the skin off to make them more tender in the soup. Peel and dice the onion. Peel and shred the carrot. Shred the cheese.
  2. Cook the Soup: Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of oil then add the onion. Cook and stir for 2 minutes then add the carrot. Cook and stir for 3 minutes more being careful not to burn the carrot. Add the broccoli, vegetable broth and, if using, the veggie stock base. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 2o minutes until the broccoli is very tender, just short of mushy.
  3. Finish Soup and Serve: To finish the soup, add in the half and half and potato pearls. The potato pearls will add a little bit of flavor while also thickening the soup. Simmer for 4-5 minutes more before removing from the heat to stir in the cheddar and butter. Stir well until both have completely melted. Taste the soup for salt and pepper and add as much as needed. Serve as is or with additional cheddar on top. This soup is also delicious when served with a crusty roll or in a bread bowl.
  4. Meal Prep Tip: This meal will last well in the fridge for up to 5 days. It can also be frozen for up to 6 months. Be careful when reheating it to not get it too hot as it can burn the cheese which causes it to separate.