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Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup

This is a cozy and comforting soup that tastes just like the restaurant favorite.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 18, 2026
Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
25 minutes
Total
40 minutes
Serves
4

There is nothing quite like a warm bowl of broccoli cheddar soup on a chilly day. It is thick, cheesy, and packed with fresh broccoli that softens perfectly into the creamy broth.

My best tip for this recipe is to shred your own cheddar cheese from a block. Pre shredded bags are coated in starch that keeps them from melting smoothly, but a block of cheese will give you that perfect velvety texture.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 2 cups half and half
  • 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped small
  • 1 cup carrots, shredded
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat and add the diced onion. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent.

  2. 2

    Whisk in the flour and cook for about one minute to get rid of the raw flour taste.

  3. 3

    Slowly pour in the half and half and the broth while whisking constantly to keep the mixture smooth.

  4. 4

    Add the garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then let the soup simmer for about five minutes until it begins to thicken.

  5. 5

    Stir in the broccoli and carrots. Cover the pot and cook for about ten to fifteen minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

  6. 6

    Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it is completely melted and creamy.

  7. 7

    Taste and add more salt or pepper if you think it needs it before serving warm.

💡 Tips

Serve this soup in a crusty bread bowl for a special treat. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days, but reheat it gently on the stove so the cheese does not separate.

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