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Keto Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Keto Broccoli Cheddar Soup

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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 41 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 c.shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Immersion blender
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. In the pot, melt the butter. Add onion and garlic; sauté till soft and slightly brown
  2. Stir in florets, add broth, simmer 15 minutes until fork-tender
  3. Puree the soup with the an immersion blender (or let chunks remain for texture)
  4. Stir in heavy cream, reduce heat to low
  5. Slowly add the cheddar and parmesan, stiring until smooth
  6. Mix in nutmeg, paprika, salt, pepper. Simmer gently 5 more minutes
  7. Serve in bowls with extra cheese or bacon on top

Notes

Use extra sharp cheddar for a robust flavor.
Continue to stirThe cheese, over low heat, gradually and slowly until it melts without clumps.
Refrigerate 4 days or freeze up to 2 months.