Creamy Keto Broccoli Cheese Soup (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
01 -
1 tbsp butter
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1/2 large white onion, chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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3 cups broccoli florets
→ Liquids & Seasonings
05 -
4 cups chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 tsp garlic powder
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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1/2 tsp xanthan gum (optional)
→ Cheese
10 -
3 cups cheddar, shredded
→ Garnish
11 -
Cheddar, shredded
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Parsley, chopped
# Instructions:
01 -
Place a large pot over medium-high heat. Add in the butter and chopped onion and saute for 3-5 minutes until they soften.
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Add in minced garlic for 30s and then broccoli florets. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream.
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Sprinkle in garlic powder, salt and black pepper. Stir well.
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Bring everything to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 10 minutes or so.
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Remove the pot from the heat, add in shredded cheddar cup by cup, and keep on stirring the soup to avoid clumping.
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Optionally, add in xantham gum to thicken the soup.
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Serve in small bowls with a sprinkle of cheddar cheese and chopped parsley.
# Notes:
01 -
Low-carb (9.2g per serving)
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Gluten-free
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Keto-friendly
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Add cheese gradually to prevent clumping