Healthy Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe Crock Pot
Description
This is a delicious, healthy broccoli and cheese soup recipe made in the crock pot. It is a great recipe for a cold winter day. This recipe is packed with flavor, nutrition, and is sure to be a hit with your family. The ingredients are simple and the crock pot does all the work for you.
Prep Time
This recipe requires about 15 minutes of preparation time. You will need to chop the vegetables, melt the butter, and measure out the other ingredients. This recipe is also easily adaptable if you need to make changes to suit your dietary needs.
Cook Time
This soup cooks in the crock pot for 7 to 8 hours. If you are in a hurry, you can reduce the cooking time to 4 to 5 hours. However, the longer cooking time will result in a more flavorful soup.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 4 cups of chicken broth
- 2 heads of broccoli, cut into florets
- 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
- 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup of milk
Instructions
1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the chicken broth, broccoli, thyme, pepper, and salt. Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
2. Transfer the soup to the crock pot. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and milk until smooth. Pour the mixture into the crock pot and stir to combine. Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours.
3. When the soup is finished cooking, stir in the cheddar cheese. Serve hot with a sprinkle of extra cheese, if desired.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Crock pot
- Small bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife
- Spoon
Notes
This soup can easily be made vegetarian by substituting vegetable broth for the chicken broth. You can also substitute any type of cheese for the cheddar cheese, or omit the cheese altogether. If you omit the cheese, you may need to add additional seasonings to the soup.
Nutrition: Per Serving
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
Recipe Tips
This recipe is easily customizable. You can add other vegetables, such as mushrooms, carrots, or potatoes. You can also add different seasonings to change up the flavor. For a creamier soup, you can add more milk or cream, or use a higher fat content cheese. If you want to make it spicier, you can add a few dashes of hot sauce or some red pepper flakes.
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