Broccoli Cheddar Soup: Easy Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon Twist
A creamy and delicious broccoli cheddar soup with a twist of turkey bacon, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat, then add turkey bacon and cook until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Add onion and garlic to the pot, sautéing until translucent.
- Add broccoli and vegetable broth, bringing to a simmer. Cook until broccoli is tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth, then return to heat and stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and top with crumbled turkey bacon before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding some red pepper flakes.
- This soup can be easily made vegetarian by omitting the turkey bacon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Broccoli Cheddar Soup, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon