Broccoli Cheddar Soup: Easy Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon Twist
This comforting Broccoli Cheddar Soup is enhanced with a twist of turkey bacon, making it a delicious and hearty choice for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup diced turkey bacon
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the bacon drippings, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add broccoli florets and chicken broth, bringing to a simmer.
- Cook until broccoli is tender, about 10 minutes.
- Puree the soup with an immersion blender until smooth.
- Stir in heavy cream, cheese, salt, and pepper until cheese is melted.
- Serve topped with crispy turkey bacon.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, skip the turkey bacon.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg