As the chill of winter sets in, there’s nothing more comforting than a steaming bowl of soup to warm you up from the inside out. This Broccoli and Cheddar Soup is the perfect antidote to cold, blustery days. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight meal or a cosy weekend lunch, this recipe is sure to become a winter favourite in your household. So grab your favourite blanket, curl up by the fire, and enjoy the ultimate comfort food with this hearty and satisfying soup.
Broccoli and cheddar soup
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, peeled and chopped
- 30g butter
- ¼ cup flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup vegetable stock
- 2 broccoli, broken into florets
- 1 cup grated cheddar, plus shavings to garnish
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- 1 cup cream
- Salt and cracked black pepper
- Microbasil, to garnish
Instructions
Heat the oil over medium heat and fry the onion until translucent. Add the butter and wait for it to melt. Add the flour and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
Remove from the heat and slowly add the milk and stock, whisking continuously. Return to the heat and bring to a simmer, stirring continuously.
Once the flour taste has cooked out, about 3 minutes, add the broccoli and simmer for 2 minutes. Add the cheese and nutmeg. Wait for the cheese to melt, then add the cream.Blend the soup until smooth. Season and garnish with shavings of cheddar and microbasil.
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