Mexican markets sell carrots by sweetness level—the sugar content determines which ones make the silkiest soup base.
Broccoli and Carrot Soup with Cheese
Warm up with a creamy bowl of our Broccoli and Carrot Soup, where vibrant veggies meet gooey, melted cheese for a comforting delight! This simple yet satisfying dish blends fresh broccoli and sweet carrots, simmered to perfection and finished with a luscious cheesy swirl. Perfect for chilly days, this soup is sure to become a family favorite!
Prep
15
min
Cook
15
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(3)
- 2 cups of broccoli in pieces (480 ml)
- 2 cups of grated carrot (480 ml)
- 1/2 onion chopped
🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- 2 cups chicken broth (480 ml)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- 1 1/2 cups grated cheese for melting (360 ml)
- 1 1/2 cups whipping cream (360 ml)
🫙Pantry Staples(1)
- 2 tablespoons flour (30 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- Salt and pepper to taste
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a pan, place the butter and fry the onion, then add the flour and chicken broth.
- 2
Add the cream, then incorporate the broccoli and carrot, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 5 minutes.
- 3
Finally, add the cheese and let it cook for 10 minutes before enjoying this delight.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Cook your roux (butter and flour) for 2-3 minutes at medium heat to eliminate the raw flour taste and develop proper thickening power through starch gelatinization.technique2-3 minutes
- ✓Add chicken broth gradually while whisking to prevent lumps - the roux can only absorb liquid at about 1:7 ratio initially before thinning.technique1:7 ratio
- ✓Keep soup temperature below 180°F when adding cheese to prevent proteins from seizing and creating a grainy texture instead of smooth melting.timing180°F
- ✓Cut broccoli stems into smaller pieces than florets since stems have 30% more fiber and take longer to soften during the 5-minute cooking window.ingredient30% more fiber
- ✓Use an immersion blender at 45-degree angle to create vortex action that incorporates air, making soup 15-20% lighter and creamier in texture.equipment15-20% lighter
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Prep
15
min
Cook
15
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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Mexican markets sell carrots by sweetness level—the sugar content determines which ones make the silkiest soup base.
Broccoli and Carrot Soup with Cheese
Warm up with a creamy bowl of our Broccoli and Carrot Soup, where vibrant veggies meet gooey, melted cheese for a comforting delight! This simple yet satisfying dish blends fresh broccoli and sweet carrots, simmered to perfection and finished with a luscious cheesy swirl. Perfect for chilly days, this soup is sure to become a family favorite!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(3)
- 2 cups of broccoli in pieces (480 ml)
- 2 cups of grated carrot (480 ml)
- 1/2 onion chopped
🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- 2 cups chicken broth (480 ml)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- 1 1/2 cups grated cheese for melting (360 ml)
- 1 1/2 cups whipping cream (360 ml)
🫙Pantry Staples(1)
- 2 tablespoons flour (30 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- Salt and pepper to taste
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a pan, place the butter and fry the onion, then add the flour and chicken broth.
- 2
Add the cream, then incorporate the broccoli and carrot, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 5 minutes.
- 3
Finally, add the cheese and let it cook for 10 minutes before enjoying this delight.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Cook your roux (butter and flour) for 2-3 minutes at medium heat to eliminate the raw flour taste and develop proper thickening power through starch gelatinization.technique2-3 minutes
- ✓Add chicken broth gradually while whisking to prevent lumps - the roux can only absorb liquid at about 1:7 ratio initially before thinning.technique1:7 ratio
- ✓Keep soup temperature below 180°F when adding cheese to prevent proteins from seizing and creating a grainy texture instead of smooth melting.timing180°F
- ✓Cut broccoli stems into smaller pieces than florets since stems have 30% more fiber and take longer to soften during the 5-minute cooking window.ingredient30% more fiber
- ✓Use an immersion blender at 45-degree angle to create vortex action that incorporates air, making soup 15-20% lighter and creamier in texture.equipment15-20% lighter