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Creamy Crockpot Cheesy Broccoli Cheddar Soup

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A rich, comforting slow-cooker soup that combines fresh broccoli and sharp cheddar cheese with a creamy roux base. This recipe uses a unique blending technique to ensure a smooth, stable texture without grainy separation.

Ingredients

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  • 2–3 heads fresh broccoli, chopped into small florets and stems
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2–3 cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Pinch of nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Wash and chop the broccoli into small, bite-sized pieces (about 1 inch). Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
  2. If using a slow cooker with a sauté function, melt the butter on high. Otherwise, melt butter in a pan and transfer to the slow cooker.
  3. Add the diced onion and cook until soft and translucent (3-4 minutes). Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and add the broccoli florets and stems. Stir to combine, ensuring broccoli is mostly submerged.
  5. Cover and cook on Low for 3-4 hours until broccoli is tender but still bright green.
  6. Use an immersion blender to blend about half of the soup directly in the pot until smooth. This creates a natural thickener.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream. Turn off the heat completely.
  8. Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, a handful at a time, until fully melted and smooth. Do not reheat on high.
  9. Season with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not use pre-shredded cheese as it contains anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting. Always add cheese off the heat to prevent separation. If using frozen broccoli, thaw and drain excess water first. For a thicker soup, blend more of the mixture; for thinner, add more broth.

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