How to Make Emily's Broccoli Cheese Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

When the weather starts to turn colder, there's nothing quite like a warm, comforting bowl of soup to soothe the soul. And when it comes to hearty and satisfying soups, Emily's Broccoli Cheese Soup is a true standout. This creamy and cheesy soup is a family favorite that has been passed down through generations, and it never fails to impress.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken stock
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can reduced-fat, reduced-sodium cream of chicken soup (such as Campbell's® Healthy Request)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon Montreal steak seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 large head broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 cup grated carrots
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • ½ cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
  • 6 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs 5 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Combine chicken stock, chicken soup, cornstarch, steak seasoning, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder together in a slow cooker set.
  • Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir broccoli, carrots, and onion in hot oil until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Transfer broccoli mixture to slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low for 3 to 4 hours; add Cheddar cheese and stir until melted. Ladle soup into bowls and top each portion with a dollop of sour cream.
  • Nutrition

    167 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 12mg
    • Sodium: 791mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 53mg
    • Calcium: 112mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 459mg