Broccoli Cheddar Soup: Easy Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon Twist
Enjoy a delicious and creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup with a twist of turkey bacon!
- 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 chopped broccoli
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook turkey bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In the same pot, sauté onions in the bacon fat until translucent.
- Add broccoli and chicken broth, bring to a boil, then simmer until broccoli is tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth, return to heat, and stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Garnish with crumbled bacon before serving.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, blend more of the broccoli.
- Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Broccoli Cheddar Soup, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon