Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup in Bread Bowl
A rich and velvety broccoli cheddar soup served in an edible bread bowl, perfect for cozy nights and comfort food cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 300 grams)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
- 4 small round sourdough or boule-style bread loaves, hollowed out
Instructions
- Rinse and chop broccoli into small florets. Set aside.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until bubbly and golden but not browned.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Gradually whisk in the broth. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes until it starts to thicken.
- Stir in broccoli florets. Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes until broccoli is tender but still vibrant green.
- Slowly add whole milk, stirring constantly. Heat through but do not boil.
- Remove pot from heat and gradually stir in shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne if using.
- While soup simmers, cut a circle around the top of each bread loaf and hollow out the insides, leaving a sturdy shell.
- Ladle hot soup into each bread bowl, garnish if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
If soup is too thick, add more broth or milk to loosen. Add cheese slowly off the heat to avoid grainy texture. Freshly grated cheese melts better than pre-shredded. Serve soup immediately in bread bowls to prevent sogginess. For gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour and bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bread bowl with so
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 20
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