Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Cheesy? Check. Veggie packed? Double check. Gluten free? Triple check! Winter, we’re ready for ya. This soup will warm you up after snowy adventures on a cold evening. Skip the sodium-packed options at the store—just add a handful of simple, wholesome ingredients and you’ll have a rich, homemade soup in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 pkg Broccoli Cheddar Soup Seasoning
- 2 cups milk, your choice
- 1 1⁄2 cups water
- 2 cups broccoli florets, fresh or frozen
- 1⁄2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Preparation
- In a medium pot, whisk seasoning with milk and water. Stir in broccoli. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Lower heat and simmer 5 min, or until broccoli is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheese.
- For a smoother soup, purée with an immersion blender, if desired.
Epicure Products Used
Nutritional Information
Per serving(1 cup): Calories 190, Fat 9 g (Saturated 5 g, 0.3 0 g), Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 320 mg, Carbohydrate 18 g (Fiber 2 g, Sugars 8 g), Protein 11 g.
Tips
For a richer soup, prepare with whole milk or some cream.
Puréeing the soup gives you more broccoli flavour. No immersion blender? Mash the broccoli once it’s softened in the soup, or cut fresh florets into smaller pieces before adding them in.
Perfectly Balance Your Plate
Serve with 4 oz (113 g) lean protein, a dinner roll, and 1 cup steamed veggies.