Broccoli Cheddar Soup in Bread Bowls Recipe

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Broccoli Cheddar Soup in Bread Bowls Recipe

This cozy broccoli cheddar soup is creamy, cheesy, and loaded with tender broccoli and carrots. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknights or gatherings. Serve chunky or blended, in a bread bowl or regular bowl, for a comforting café-style favorite you can easily make at home.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Servings: servings

Calories: 239kcal

Author: Stephanie Wilson

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
1 small onion diced
1 large carrot diced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon cayenne or more to taste
2 bay leaves
1 large pinch kosher salt and pepper
4 cups broccoli florets
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese plus more for serving
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves plus more for serving
small sourdough bread bowls hollowed out for serving

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Instructions

Heat the butter in a large pot over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the onion and carrot and cook until tender and fragrant, about 7 minutes.
Whisk in the flour and cook until golden, about 2 minutes, then gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
Add the broth, broccoli, bay leaves, cayenne, salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, uncovered, until thickened, about 20 minutes.
While the soup cooks, prepare the bread bowls: Using a sharp knife, cut a circle into the top of each loaf, leaving a 1-inch border all around. Remove the bread top, hollow the bread out of the middle with a fork, leaving a thick shell.
Remove the soup from the stove and discard the bay leaves. Puree the soup in batches in a blender or use an immersion blender.
Return the soup to the stove and set over low heat. Stir in the cheese until melted. Add the fresh thyme and cook another 2-3 minutes. If the soup is too thick, add 3/4 cup of water. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with addition shredded cheddar.

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