Creamy Broccoli Cheese Soup
Warm up with a bowl of Creamy Broccoli Cheese Soup. This delicious soup is easy to make and is done in 30 minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time30 minutes mins
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Servings: 5
- 4 large broccoli heads, finely chopped
- ¼ cup butter
- ½ onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 Tablespoons cornstarch
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded triple cheddar blend (white cheddar, sharp cheddar and mild cheddar)
- 1 cup shredded Velveeta cheese
Melt the butter in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until translucent. Stir in the cornstarch and cook until simmering.
Pour in the chicken broth and add the broccoli. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer. Cook until the broccoli is tender, about 20 minutes.
When the broccoli is cooked, add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir to combine, then remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese.
The soup is ready to serve when the cheese is melted and well combined.