Velveeta Broccoli Cheddar Soup for Cozy Nights at Home
This Velveeta Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a quick and comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
- 4 cups frozen chopped broccoli thawed or frozen as preferred
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted recommended
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour to thicken the soup
- 3 cups whole milk yields the richest results
For the Cheesy Flavor
- 16 ounces Velveeta cheese cut into small cubes
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground pepper to enhance flavor
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Gather all your ingredients before you start cooking.
- In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add in finely diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour over the sautéed onions and stir constantly for 1 minute to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in 3 cups of whole milk, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil. Allow it to simmer for about 1 minute.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and slowly add in 16 ounces of Velveeta cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Stir in 4 cups of thawed or frozen chopped broccoli along with ½ teaspoon of freshly ground pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with croutons or freshly grated cheese for added flavor.