Broccoli Cheddar Soup for One
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A creamy broccoli and sharp cheddar soup made in a small saucepan, sized for one bowl.
Ingredients
- ½ tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup chopped onions
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ¼ tsp cumin
- ⅛ tsp chili powder
- ⅛ tsp salt
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Equipment
- saucepan
- whisk
Directions
- Heat the oil in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat. Cook the onions for about 1 minute, then add the garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in the broth, a little at a time. Stir in the milk and cream.
- Bring it to a gentle boil, then turn the heat down and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring now and then.
- Add the cheddar a handful at a time with the cumin, chili powder, and salt, stirring until smooth.
- Stir in the broccoli and simmer gently for about 10 minutes, until tender. Serve hot.
Nutrition
Serving: 608g | Calories: 686kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 53g | Saturated Fat: 28g | Trans Fat: 0.7g | Cholesterol: 135mg | Sodium: 825mg | Potassium: 864mg | Fiber: 3.9g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 4611IU | Vitamin C: 92mg | Calcium: 660mg | Iron: 2.4mg
Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for the whole recipe (1 serving). Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.