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Broccoli Cheddar Soup Bread Bowl

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A comforting and cheesy broccoli soup served in crusty sourdough bread bowls, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

Bread Bowls

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and julienned or grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cups broccoli florets, cut into small bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground mustard (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 2½ cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup freshly shredded white cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 medium round sourdough bread boules (6–7 inches each)
  • 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 cup freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese (for topping)
  • Fresh parsley, finely chopped (for garnish)
  • Freshly cracked black pepper (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice tops of bread, hollow out centers, and brush insides with garlic-parsley butter. Toast for 8–10 minutes.
  • Cook onions and carrots in butter until soft. Add garlic, then stir in flour and cook briefly. Gradually whisk in broth, milk, and cream. Simmer gently.
  • Add broccoli and seasonings; simmer for 10–12 minutes. Melt in cheeses, stirring until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Ladle soup into toasted bread bowls, top with shredded cheddar, and bake for 6–8 minutes until bubbly. Garnish with parsley and black pepper before serving.

Notes

Use fresh broccoli for best flavor, and toast bread bowls just before serving for optimal texture.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Broccoli, Cheddar, Soup