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Broccoli Cheddar Soup Copycat Recipe Easy Creamy Comfort in 30 Minutes

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A quick and creamy broccoli cheddar soup that replicates the rich, velvety flavor of the popular chain version, ready in just 30 minutes using fresh broccoli and pantry staples.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups chopped fresh broccoli (about 300g)
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (200g), freshly shredded
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (60g)
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (30g) or gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth (950ml)
  • 1 cup half-and-half (240ml) or whole milk for lighter version
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Chop the broccoli into small florets and finely dice the onion and garlic.
  2. Melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add flour all at once and stir constantly for about 3 minutes until the roux thickens and smells nutty.
  3. Stir in the chopped onion and garlic; cook until onion is translucent and soft, about 2–3 minutes.
  4. Slowly whisk in the chicken or vegetable broth until smooth. Add broccoli florets and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook uncovered for 10 minutes until broccoli is tender but not mushy.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in half-and-half and Dijon mustard. Heat gently without boiling.
  6. Remove pot from heat and gradually stir in shredded cheddar cheese a handful at a time until fully melted and soup is silky.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Optionally add a pinch of nutmeg. Serve hot with crusty bread or green salad.

Notes

Do not skip cooking the roux fully to avoid watery soup. Add cheese off the heat slowly to prevent clumping. Save some broccoli florets steamed for garnish. Season aggressively with salt and pepper. For dairy-free, substitute half-and-half with full-fat coconut milk and cheddar with nutritional yeast. Avoid freezing the soup as cream and cheese separate.

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