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Creamy broccoli cheddar soup in a white pot, with fresh broccoli and grated cheese on the side.

High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup

A creamy, protein-packed broccoli cheddar soup perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soup
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dairy & Vegetables
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and diced
  • 1 stalk celery, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 3 cups vegetable broth not-chicken style
  • 4 cups chopped broccoli
  • 2 cups 1% milk
  • 4 oz cheddar cheese, shredded about 1 cup
  • 1 cup low fat cottage cheese, blended
Salt & pepper

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery; cook for 10 minutes.
  2. Add garlic, cook for 1 minute. Stir in paprika and flour; cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add broth and broccoli; simmer for 8-9 minutes until tender.
  4. Stir in milk, then add blended cottage cheese and shredded cheese; stir until melted. Blend a cup of soup until smooth and return to pot.
  5. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.

Notes

Use an immersion blender for easier blending or be cautious with steam when using a regular blender.