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Velveeta Broccoli Cheese Soup

This deliciously creamy Velveeta broccoli cheese soup is a staple during the cold winter months.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 373 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1/4 cup butter unsalted
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups half-and-half
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 4 cups broccoli chopped into small florets
  • 2 medium carrots shredded
  • 2 medium celery sticks diced
  • 8 oz Velveeta cheese cubed
  • 6 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
    1/4 cup butter, 1 small onion, 2 cloves garlic
  • Sprinkle the flour, cayenne pepper if using, nutmeg, black pepper, and salt, over the onion and garlic, and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to cook off the raw flour taste.
    1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Gradually whisk in the half-and-half and chicken or vegetable broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
    3 cups half-and-half, 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • Add the chopped broccoli florets, carrots, and celery to the pot. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
    4 cups broccoli, 2 medium carrots, 2 medium celery sticks
  • Reduce the heat to low and add the cubed Velveeta cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
    8 oz Velveeta cheese, 6 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Add the shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and well combined.
  • Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 373kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 17gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 84mgSodium: 1134mgPotassium: 451mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 3858IUVitamin C: 41mgCalcium: 470mgIron: 1mg
Keyword broccoli cheese soup, velveeta broccoli cheese soup, velveeta broccoli soup
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