Halloween Broccoli Cheddar Soup
This Halloween Broccoli Cheddar Soup is creamy, cheesy, and loaded with tender broccoli, making it a fun and comforting addition to a spooky Halloween buffet. The rich cheddar gives the soup its deliciously gooey finish, while the broccoli adds plenty of green color.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Small saucepan
- Cutting Board
- Chef's knife
- Wooden Spoon or Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons butter divided
- 1 small onion chopped
- 1 stalk celery chopped
- 3 cups chicken base/broth
- 8 cups broccoli florets chopped into small bite-size pieces
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Chop the onion and celery into bite-size pieces.
- Cut the broccoli into small florets, removing the excess stalk.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and sauté until tender.
- Prepare the 3 cups of chicken base/broth according to the package directions. Make sure that 3 teaspoons of chicken base is mixed with 3 cups of boiling water. Add the prepared broth to the pot.
- Add the chopped broccoli, cover the pot, and cook for 10 minutes, until the broccoli is tender.
- In a small saucepan, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the flour then gradually add the milk, stirring until the mixture becomes thick and bubbly.
- Pour the thickened milk mixture into the soup and stir well to combine. Season with black pepper to taste.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
- The heat from the soup will melt the cheese and create a creamy, gooey texture.
- Top with extra cheese if desired, serve hot and enjoy as a spooky Halloween dinner or buffet soup.
