Description
This creamy Smoked Gouda Broccoli Soup is the ultimate cozy comfort food. Loaded with smoky gouda cheese, fresh broccoli, carrots, and warm spices, it’s a rich, flavorful soup perfect for weeknights or chilly weekends.
Ingredients
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 small onion, finely diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
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3 cups whole milk (or half & half for richer soup)
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1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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1 large carrot, shredded or finely diced
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1 large head broccoli, chopped into small florets (about 4 cups)
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2 cups smoked gouda cheese, freshly shredded
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Optional toppings: croutons, fresh parsley, crispy bacon bits
Instructions
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In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened and lightly golden, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Sprinkle flour over onion mixture, whisking constantly to form a roux. Cook 1–2 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
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Slowly whisk in broth, followed by milk. Stir in salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Add broccoli and carrot. Simmer uncovered for 10–15 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
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Remove from heat. Stir in shredded smoked gouda a handful at a time until melted and creamy.
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Serve warm, topped with croutons or fresh parsley.
Notes
Shred your own cheese for the smoothest melt. Pre-shredded cheese often has anti-caking agents.
Swap smoked gouda with cheddar if you prefer a classic broccoli cheddar flavor.
For extra creaminess, use half & half or heavy cream instead of milk.
Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days. Reheat gently with a splash of broth or milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 860 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg