Broccoli Cheese Soup: The Best Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon
This creamy Broccoli Cheese Soup is the ultimate comfort food, enhanced with the savory taste of turkey bacon.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- In a large pot, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add the broccoli and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until the broccoli is tender.
- Stir in flour and mix well.
- Add the heavy cream and cheese, stirring until melted.
- Return the turkey bacon to the pot; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Notes
- For a healthier version, use low-fat cheese.
- Adjust the thickness of the soup by varying the amount of flour and cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Broccoli Cheese Soup, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon