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A steaming bowl of loaded broccoli cheddar soup, topped with fresh cheese

Best Way to Grow 5-Ing Loaded Broccoli Cheddar Soup

This creamy and delicious broccoli cheddar soup is loaded with flavor and incredibly easy to make with just five ingredients. It's the perfect comforting meal for a chilly day.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Whisk
  • Small bowl

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large pot, combine the broccoli florets and chicken or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the broccoli is tender.

Cooking

  • While the broccoli simmers, whisk together the half-and-half and cornstarch in a small bowl until smooth. Once the broccoli is tender, stir the half-and-half mixture into the pot.
  • Bring the soup to a gentle boil, stirring constantly, until it thickens. Reduce heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.

Serving

  • Serve hot and enjoy your delicious 5-ingredient loaded broccoli cheddar soup!

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg or a dash of hot sauce. Feel free to top with croutons or extra cheese for serving.