For a smoother soup, use an immersion blender to partially blend the broccoli before adding the cheese. This will create a creamier texture while still retaining some broccoli pieces. To elevate the flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg or a dash of hot sauce to the finished soup. If you don't have processed cheese food on hand, you can substitute with a sharp cheddar cheese, but be sure to add it gradually and stir continuously to prevent clumping.
Mom's Broccoli Cheese Soup
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME40 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS39
A heartwarming and comforting Broccoli Cheese Soup, perfect for chilly evenings or as a delightful way to sneak in those greens! This creamy classic is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate21 g
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Cholesterol57 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein11 g
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Saturated Fat11 g
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Sodium1262 mg
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Sugar9 g
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Fat19 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Bring chicken broth to a simmer in a large pot. Add both heads of broccoli and carrots to the simmering stock; simmer for 5 minutes.
02
Step
9 mins
Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and saute until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in flour, 1 tablespoon at a time. Cook and stir until a golden roux forms, about 2 minutes. Slowly add milk, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring continuously. Bring to a boil and cook until a thickened gravy forms, about 2 minutes.
03
Step
7 mins
Slowly pour onion gravy into the broccoli mixture, stirring continuously. Bring to a simmer. Stir in processed cheese food. Simmer, stirring often, until cheese melts, about 5 minutes. Do not let the soup come to a boil or the cheese could separate.
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Oswaldo Koepparmstrong
Jun 11, 2025Be careful not to boil the soup after adding the cheese, or it will separate. I learned that the hard way!
Elizabeth Pfannerstill
May 5, 2025The roux step is crucial for a smooth and creamy soup. Don't skip it!
Lou Rice
Apr 21, 2025This soup is so easy to make and tastes amazing! My kids love it.
London Tillman
Mar 2, 2025I found the soup a little bland, so I added some garlic powder and onion powder, which helped a lot.
Lorine Volkman
Feb 22, 2025I substituted the Velveeta with sharp cheddar and it was delicious!
Hank Zieme
Feb 12, 2025This recipe is a keeper! I'll be making it again and again.
Rachelle Schuster
Dec 28, 2024I used frozen broccoli and it worked just as well.
Alysson Renner
Dec 22, 2024I added some cooked ham to the soup for extra protein and flavor.