Broccoli Cheese Soup

Broccoli cheese soup is believed to have originated in the United States and has become a popular comfort food.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Broccoli Cheese Soup

Cooking Method: Blending, Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: American Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Soup Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Broccoli
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
2. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
3. Gradually whisk in the vegetable broth and milk. Bring to a boil.
4. Add the broccoli, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
5. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender and blend until smooth.
6. Return the soup to the pot and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 5g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.