Spicy Creamy Broccoli Soup
A hearty, creamy broccoli soup is kicked up with spices from tomatoes and green chiles in this comforting soup recipe.
Servings 6 servings
Calories 298kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- ½ cup diced onion
- 1 head broccoli chopped (about 3 cups)
- 32 ounces chicken broth I used low sodium organic
- 2 cloves garlic clove roasted and minced
- 3 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 3 cups cheddar cheese grated or cubed
- 10 ounces tomatoes and green chiles I used Ro*tel brand
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large saute pan to med-high.
- Add oil to the pan, when oil is hot add the onions. Saute' 4 to 5 minutes stirring constantly until onions are translucent.
- Add the broccoli florets, broth, and milk and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cooking for 5-7 minutes or until the broccoli is tender.
- Toss the cheese with the flour and add to the soup. Stir until melted.
- Stir in tomatoes and green chiles. Add black pepper and salt if needed.
- Simmer 20 minutes. Serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 298kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 940mg | Potassium: 516mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1199IU | Vitamin C: 102mg | Calcium: 470mg | Iron: 1mg
