Description
Indulge in the warmth of Zesty Classic Broccoli Cheddar Soup served in an edible bread bowl. This comforting dish blends rich, creamy cheddar with tender broccoli, creating a satisfying experience that’s perfect for chilly evenings or friendly gatherings. Enjoy the delightful aroma as you share this heartwarming meal, complete with the added bonus of a deliciously soft bread bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 large sourdough bread loaf for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Wash and chop broccoli into small florets, dice the onion, and mince the garlic.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic for another minute.
- Cook broccoli: Add broccoli and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until tender.
- Blend mixture: Use an immersion blender or regular blender to blend until smooth, being cautious with hot splatter.
- Add cream and cheese: Return blended soup to low heat, stir in heavy cream gradually, then mix in cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare bread bowls: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Hollow out sourdough loaves for bread bowls without breaking the crust.
- Serve: Ladle hot soup into each bread bowl just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bread bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 95mg