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High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup

30-Minute High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 329
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Pinch of grated nutmeg
  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Method
 

  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until soft. Stir in the garlic and cook 1 minute more.
  2. Add the broccoli, broth, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10 minutes until the broccoli is very tender.
  3. Carefully transfer the soup to a blender, add the cottage cheese, and blend for about 30 seconds until completely smooth. Return the soup to the pot.
  4. Set the pot over low heat. Pour in the milk and stir while adding the cheddar a handful at a time until fully melted and smooth, about 2 to 3 minutes. Do not boil. Ladle into bowls, top with extra cheddar and black pepper, and serve hot.

Notes

For a thinner soup, add a splash more milk or broth when reheating. The soup will thicken as it cools. Grating your own cheese gives the creamiest, smoothest texture.