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Velveeta Broccoli Cheese Soup

Velveeta Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 260
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 8 oz Velveeta, cubed
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)

Method
 

  1. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft. Stir in the garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  2. Pour in the broth, add the broccoli, and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes until fork-tender.
  3. Reduce heat to low. Stir in the Velveeta and milk until melted and smooth, about 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  4. Ladle into bowls, top with black pepper or extra cheese if you like, and serve hot.

Notes

If you want extra thickness, you can puree a cup of the cooked broccoli with a little broth before adding the cheese. The soup keeps its best texture when reheated gently and not boiled.