Jasons Deli Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe
Do you love creamy, warm soup? Jasons Deli Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe is a classic. It is thick, cheesy, and very comforting.
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven.
- Whisk
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Immersion blender (optional).
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets.
- 1 small white onion chopped.
- 2 cloves garlic minced.
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter.
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour.
- 2 cups whole milk.
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth.
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg.
Instructions
- Melt butter in your large pot. Add the chopped onions.
- Cook until they are soft. Add the garlic last. Cook for one more minute.
- Sprinkle flour over the butter and onions. Whisk it constantly for two minutes.
- This thickens your soup. Do not let it burn.
- Slowly pour in the broth and milk. Keep whisking to avoid lumps.
- Let the mixture simmer gently. It will start to get thick.
- Add the fresh broccoli florets. Lower the heat to medium-low.
- Cover the pot. Cook for 15 minutes. The broccoli should be very tender.
- Turn the heat to low. Stir in the cheddar cheese.
- Add salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Stir until the cheese melts completely.
Notes
- Use fresh broccoli for better flavor.
- Grate your own cheese for smoothness.
- Do not boil the soup after adding cheese.
- Add a splash of heavy cream for richness.
- Cut broccoli into very small pieces.