This is not the fastest Broccoli Cheese Soup you’ll ever make, but it will probably be the best. With just a little time and effort, you can transform this simple soup from a kitchen staple into a family favorite.

Creamy Broccoli Cheese Soup

I’m not saying there is not a legit place in your kitchen for the ultra-quick version of this soup.

Heck, I’m not even saying there’s not a place for the pre-made or canned varieties. I LOVE me some Costco Broccoli Soup and use it pretty regularly to throw together a weeknight no-thought Broccoli Noodles.

I have a couple of cans of various “cream-of” soups in my cupboard, right now, in fact. Side note: make my Homemade Cream Of Chanterelle next time you find some of those in the store. OH.MY.GOSH.

All I am saying is if you LOVE this kind of soup, you are really going to want to try this particular version because it is by far the best I’ve ever had.

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Broccoli Cheese Soup Shopping List

Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here’s the list of items you’ll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

• Salted Butter
• Flour
• Onion
• Celery
• Carrots
• Broccoli
• Chicken Stock
• Salt
• Garlic Powder
• Pepper
• Cream
• Cheddar Cheese

How To Make Broccoli Cheese Soup

This is just the overview so you can see what you’re actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you’ll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.

The key is…time.

• Time on the broth.
• Time to make sure it is blended and smooth.
• Time to properly brown the roux.

Sometimes that little bit of effort can really have an impact on the final dish, and this is one of those times.

Roux

1. Melt Butter & Start the Roux – Melt the butter in a small non-stick skillet over low to medium-low heat.
2. Cook Until Golden Brown – Whisk in the flour and stir frequently. Let it cook until the roux turns a deep golden brown, which may take 20–30 minutes.
3. Set Aside – Remove from heat and set the roux aside once it’s ready.

Soup

1. Add Base Ingredients to Pot – In a medium to large stock pot, place all of the soup ingredients except for the broccoli florets and the cream.
2. Simmer Until Vegetables Are Soft – Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook until everything is fork-tender.
3. Blend Until Smooth – Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until it’s completely smooth.
4. Add Roux and Broccoli Florets – Stir in the prepared roux and add the broccoli florets to the pot.
5. Simmer and Thicken – Simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring often, until the soup starts to thicken.
6. Stir in Cream and Cheese – Reduce heat to low, add the cream, and slowly stir in the cheese until fully melted and smooth.
7. Serve Hot – Ladle into bowls and serve immediately with crusty bread.

This soup would be great with Bread Sticks!

Creamy Broccoli Cheese Soup FAQ

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