easy soup recipes: Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup with Turkey Bacon
A creamy and delicious broccoli cheddar soup made with turkey bacon for a healthy twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 strips turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Add onions and garlic to the pot, cooking until softened.
- Add broccoli and chicken broth, and bring to a boil. Simmer until broccoli is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper, and top with crumbled turkey bacon before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg.
- Can be made ahead and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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