Cottage Cheese Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe
A creamy, comforting Cottage Cheese Broccoli Cheddar Soup that blends tender broccoli with smooth cottage cheese and sharp cheddar, perfect for a cozy meal. This healthy twist on classic broccoli cheddar soup uses cottage cheese to add protein and creaminess without heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnish
- Croutons for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
- Cook Broccoli: Add the broccoli florets and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer until the broccoli is tender, about 10 minutes.
- Puree Soup: Use an immersion blender directly in the pot to puree the soup until it reaches your desired texture, either completely smooth or slightly chunky according to preference.
- Add Cheeses: Stir in the cottage cheese and shredded cheddar cheese, allowing them to melt and incorporate fully into the soup, creating a creamy texture.
- Season: Taste and season the soup with salt and pepper to your liking.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with optional croutons for added crunch. Serve immediately warm.
Notes
- For a smoother soup, blend longer with the immersion blender or transfer to a countertop blender.
- Use fresh or frozen broccoli florets if fresh is unavailable.
- Adjust cheese quantities to balance creaminess and flavor intensity.
- Croutons add a nice texture but can be omitted for gluten-free diets.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
Keywords: Broccoli cheddar soup, cottage cheese soup, creamy broccoli soup, healthy broccoli soup, vegetarian soup
