Best 15 Homemade Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Are you looking for a warm and comforting meal that is not only delicious but also easy to make? Look no further than the homemade broccoli cheese soup recipe brought to you by Tasty. This classic soup is a delightful blend of creamy cheese, tender broccoli, and a hint of sharp cheddar cheese. When you make a batch of broccoli cheese soup from scratch, you can control the ingredients, ensuring that you get the flavors and textures perfect for your taste. The recipe is simple to follow, and the best part is that you can customize it to suit your preferences. Whether you prefer a thick and cheesy soup or a thinner, more broth-based one, the choice is yours.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAMY BROCCOLI SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



Creamy Broccoli Soup Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, small onion, garlics, kosher salt, pepper, mashed potato, broccoli, low sodium vegetable broth, milk, ground nutmeg

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
3 garlics, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon pepper
2 cups mashed potato
2 small heads broccoli, including stems, chopped
2 ½ cups low sodium vegetable broth
2 ½ cups milk, of your choice
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until semi-translucent. Add the garlic, salt, and pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes more, until the garlic is fragrant.
  • Add the mashed potatoes, broccoli, vegetable broth, and milk and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
  • Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth.
  • Stir in the nutmeg, then ladle into bowls.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479 calories, Carbohydrate 65 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 11 grams

ONE-POT BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



One-Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: broccoli, butter, onion, flour, half & half, vegetable stock, shredded carrots, salt, pepper, nutmeg, grated cheddar cheese

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 heads broccoli, chopped
¼ cup butter
½ onion, diced
¼ cup flour
2 cups half & half
2 cups vegetable stock
½ cup shredded carrots
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
2 cups grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Trim the stems off the broccoli heads and chop into small florets.
  • In a large pot over medium heat, combine the butter and onion and sauté until translucent. Add the flour and stir until the mixture lightly browns. Stir in the half-and-half and mix until the contents reach a simmer. Turn the heat to low and add the stock. Simmer for 5-10 minutes.
  • Mix in the broccoli, carrots, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Simmer for 10-15 minutes. Add the cheese and stir until it melts and combines with the other ingredients.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1057 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 84 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 21 grams, Sugar 15 grams

CHEESE BROCCOLI SOUP



Cheese Broccoli Soup image

This simple soup has basic ingredients, but it tastes so good. The green broccoli florets and the brilliant orange carrots make this creamy soup a colorful addition to any table. -Evelyn Massner, Oakville, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups sliced fresh carrots
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup sliced celery
1-1/2 cups chopped onion
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed chicken broth, undiluted
4 cups whole milk
1/2 pound Velveeta, cubed

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 2 quarts water to a boil. Add carrots, broccoli and celery; cover and boil for 5 minutes. Drain, remove vegetables and set aside. , In the same saucepan, saute onion in butter. Add flour and stir to make smooth paste. Gradually add chicken broth and milk. Cook until mixture thickens, 8-10 minutes. Add vegetables; heat until tender. Add cheese; heat until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 calories, Fat 31g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 1033mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP



Broccoli Cheddar Soup image

My husband Eric and I eat dinner together to spend some quality time together. This cheesy broccoli cheddar soup is proof that soup doesn't need to be made in big batches to be good. —Cheryl McRae, West Valley, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
3/4 cup chicken broth
1 cup cooked chopped fresh or frozen broccoli
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended; gradually add milk and broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes., Add broccoli. Cook and stir until heated through. Remove from the heat; stir in cheese until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494 calories, Fat 37g fat (24g saturated fat), Cholesterol 116mg cholesterol, Sodium 1145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

EXCELLENT BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



Excellent Broccoli Cheese Soup image

This is by far the best broccoli cheese soup I have been able to come up with. It's made with a roux, chicken stock, milk, a mix of cheese, and fresh broccoli.

Provided by NATHAN TRUAX

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Broccoli Soup

Time 45m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ cup butter
¾ cup all-purpose flour
9 cups chicken stock
9 cups milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons white pepper
5 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 ½ pounds processed cheese, shredded
3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat, and mix in the flour. Reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring constantly, about 2 minutes. Mix in the chicken stock and milk, and season with salt and white pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer about 10 minutes.
  • Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place the broccoli in the boiling water, and cook 2 minutes, or until just tender. Remove from heat, drain, and set aside.
  • Gradually mix the processed cheese and Cheddar cheese into the large pot until melted. Mix in the broccoli. Continue cooking about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 80.5 mg, Fat 26.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 17.3 g, SaturatedFat 16.1 g, Sodium 1180.6 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

SANDY'S HOMEMADE BROCCOLI AND CHEDDAR SOUP



Sandy's Homemade Broccoli and Cheddar Soup image

I found many recipes for broccoli Cheddar soup. I changed many of the ingredients in those recipes. This is the recipe I came up with. It's the best one yet. You don't need all the extra ingredients to make it. Just basic ingredients. and it's delicious. I think it tastes just like Panera®.

Provided by Sandy Lafleur

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons butter
¼ small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup half-and-half
1 ½ cups chicken broth
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups chopped broccoli
1 carrot, chopped
1 celery stalk, chopped
1 ¼ cups shredded mild Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a stock pot over medium-high heat; add onion and saute until tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Whisk in flour and continue to stir until mixture turns golden brown, about 5 minutes. Slowly add half-and-half to onion mixture, stirring until mixture is smooth. Add chicken broth; season with salt and ground black pepper.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer mixture until thickened, about 10 minutes. Add broccoli, carrot, and celery. Simmer until vegetables are tender yet crisp, about 20 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to low. Add Cheddar cheese to soup and cook, stirring occasionally, until cheese melts, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Cholesterol 84.6 mg, Fat 27.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 17.3 g, Sodium 822.7 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

COPYCAT PANERA® BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP



Copycat Panera® Broccoli Cheddar Soup image

My husband loves Panera® broccoli cheddar soup but it went up in price and therefore we set out on a hunt to create the perfect broccoli cheddar soup. Here is what we came up with. There are tons of variations and options to make this soup your own. You can add extra veggies, different cheeses, garlic to your onions, a little nutmeg to the finished soup, green onions, sour cream, etc. The list goes on and on. Make it your own! Serve topped with cheese!

Provided by gildawen

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Broccoli Soup Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon butter
½ onion, chopped
¼ cup melted butter
¼ cup flour
2 cups milk
2 cups chicken stock
1 ½ cups coarsely chopped broccoli florets
1 cup matchstick-cut carrots
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
2 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion in hot butter until translucent, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • Whisk 1/4 cup melted butter and flour together in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Continue to whisk and cook , adding 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk if necessary to keep the flour from burning, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Gradually pour milk into flour mixture while whisking constantly. Stir chicken stock into milk mixture. Bring to a simmer; cook until mixture is thickened, about 20 minutes. Add broccoli, carrots, sauteed onion, and celery; simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir Cheddar cheese into vegetable mixture until cheese melts. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 70.5 mg, Fat 23 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 14.4 g, Sodium 624 mg, Sugar 5 g

EASY BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



Easy Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: small onion, medium red bell pepper, broccoli, butter, all purpose flour, evaporated milk, vegetable broth, shredded cheddar cheese, McCormick® Garlic Powder, salt and pepper

Provided by Andrea Linton

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small onion, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 broccoli, cut into small florets
6 tablespoons butter
¼ cup all purpose flour
1 can evaporated milk
1 can vegetable broth
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
½ teaspoon McCormick® Garlic Powder
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the onion, red pepper and broccoli for a couple of minutes. Cover and steam for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent and broccoli is tender.
  • Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir for one minute, until there are no dry spots of flour left. Gradually stir in the evaporated milk and cook, stirring frequently, until mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
  • Add the remaining ingredients. Heat for 5 to 10 minutes until heated through and the cheese is melted.
  • Serve with bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 962 calories, Carbohydrate 63 grams, Fat 71 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 22 grams

HOMEMADE BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



Homemade Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: shredded cheddar cheese, shredded parmesan cheese, cornstarch, cayenne pepper, garlic, milk, chicken stock, broccoli, baguette

Provided by Allex Tarr

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon cornstarch
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ clove garlic
3 cups milk
1 cup chicken stock
1 cup broccoli, finely chopped
1 baguette

Steps:

  • Over medium heat, combine cheese with cornstarch and cayenne pepper.
  • Once melted, slowly add garlic, milk, and chicken stock.
  • Add finely chopped broccoli and allow to simmer about 5 minutes while making cheese toasts.
  • Cover slices of baguette bread with shredded cheddar and broil for 3 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 955 calories, Carbohydrate 70 grams, Fat 55 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 43 grams, Sugar 16 grams

EASY & DELICIOUS BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



Easy & Delicious Broccoli Cheese Soup image

This soup is the real deal! It is totally from scratch but error proof; you will impress yourself and others.

Provided by ChrysalisUnfurled

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 6-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
1 onion, chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 (750 g) package frozen chopped broccoli or 3 cups fresh broccoli
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
2 tablespoons fresh parsley or 2 tablespoons chives
1 red pepper, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt butter. Cook onion until soft but not brown.
  • Stir in flour and cook 3 minutes.
  • Whisk in stock and broccoli.
  • Bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Puree mixture (in food processor or blender).
  • Return to heat, add pepper, milk, cheese, and Tabasco sauce.
  • Heat thoroughly but do not boil.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  • If you are using fresh broccoli, trim off tough stems, chop and cook 15 minutes before putting in blender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.1, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 50.2, Sodium 350.4, Carbohydrate 15.1, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 3.5, Protein 14.6

ROASTED BROCCOLI-CHEESE SOUP



Roasted Broccoli-Cheese Soup image

My son Jake made this soup with me and he created his own magic touch. Enjoy this soup that is hearty with fresh roasted broccoli and creamy garlic flavors. Serve in warm, baked bread bowls!

Provided by Barb

Categories     Broccoli Soup

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 head broccoli, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced, divided
1 cup chopped onions
1 cup shredded carrots
5 tablespoons butter, divided
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups half-and-half
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking pan with a silicone mat.
  • Toss broccoli and olive oil together in a bowl. Transfer to the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle 1/2 of the minced garlic over top.
  • Roast in the oven until broccoli is tender, 15 to 20 minutes, tossing occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, combine remaining garlic and onions in a food processor; pulse until onion is chopped. Change to the shredding disc and grate carrots into the bowl.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add onion-carrot mixture to the skillet and saute until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove to a plate.
  • Add remaining 4 tablespoons butter to the same skillet. When melted, slowly stir in flour. Slowly stir in half-and-half, then stir in chicken broth. Simmer until thickened, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Slowly drop in Cheddar cheese; add cooked vegetables and roasted broccoli; simmer for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 636.9 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Cholesterol 145.3 mg, Fat 51.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 30.2 g, Sodium 1130.6 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

CHEESY BROCCOLI SOUP



Cheesy Broccoli Soup image

That's why she often serves Cheesy Broccoli Soup. "This creamy and flavorful soup goes together in a flash because it uses frozen chopped broccoli and process American cheese," she explains. Plus, it's easy to warm up if Bob works late. "He likes it so much that when he grocery shops, he always makes sure the ingredients for this soup are on the list," she reports.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups water
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon or 1/2 vegetable bouillon cube
1 package (16 ounces) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup 2% milk
1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water and bouillon to a boil. Add broccoli. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain, reserving 3/4 cup liquid. , In another large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Whisk in flour until blended. Add the milk and cheese. Cook over medium-low heat until thickened and cheese is melted, stirring frequently. Stir in broccoli and reserved cooking liquid.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY CHEESE BROCCOLI SOUP



Easy Cheese Broccoli Soup image

"My husband is diabetic, and I'm watching my weight. This soup fits our diets perfectly," writes Carol Colvin from Derby, New York. Friends and family will never guess it only takes just 15 minutes to make!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
3 cups fat-free milk
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) sliced potatoes, drained
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the soups, milk, onion, parsley, garlic powder and pepper. Stir in broccoli and potatoes; heat through. Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 521mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



Broccoli Cheese Soup image

This is a great, very flavorful soup. Good for serving at luncheons or special gatherings with a quiche. To make this soup a little fancier, add 1 cup sliced mushrooms and 1 cup white wine with the onions.

Provided by Karin Christian

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Broccoli Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup butter
1 onion, chopped
1 (16 ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli
4 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (1 pound) loaf processed cheese food, cubed
2 cups milk
1 tablespoon garlic powder
⅔ cup cornstarch
1 cup water

Steps:

  • In a stockpot, melt butter over medium heat. Cook onion in butter until softened. Stir in broccoli, and cover with chicken broth. Simmer until broccoli is tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Reduce heat, and stir in cheese cubes until melted. Mix in milk and garlic powder.
  • In a small bowl, stir cornstarch into water until dissolved. Stir into soup; cook, stirring frequently, until thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 56.5 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 1136.4 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

BROCCOLI SOUP RECIPE BY TASTY



Broccoli Soup Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: water, salt, broccoli, pepper

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Sides

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 cups water
salt, to taste
1 head broccoli
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • On a cutting board, use a knife to remove the broccoli florets. Discard the stem.
  • In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a rolling boil, season with salt, and add broccoli. Cover and cook for 3½-4 minutes, until a knife can easily run through the florets.
  • Transfer the broccoli to a blender with a slotted spoon. Reserve the water.
  • Add broccoli, pepper, and broccoli stock to the blender and blend until smooth. Keep adding water until desired consistency is reached.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43 calories, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 1 gram

Tips:

  • Choose the right cheese: A good melting cheese, such as cheddar, jack, or Gruyère, is essential for a creamy and flavorful soup.
  • Don't overcook the broccoli: You want the broccoli to be tender but still have a slight crunch. Overcooking will make it mushy.
  • Season to taste: Be sure to taste the soup before serving and add additional salt, pepper, or other seasonings as desired.
  • Top with your favorites: A sprinkle of chopped bacon, croutons, or shredded cheese can take this soup to the next level.
  • Make ahead: This soup can be made ahead of time and reheated when you're ready to serve. It's also a great option for freezing.

Conclusion:

Broccoli cheese soup is a classic comfort food that's perfect for a chilly day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its creamy texture, cheesy flavor, and tender broccoli, this soup is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a comforting and delicious meal, give this broccoli cheese soup recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.

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