Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Cheese Soup is a healthy ,creamy delicious soup prepared with minimal ingredients under 25 minutes in the Pressure Cooker.This is Low Carb, Keto Recipe.
This is a Panera Bread’s CopyCat Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe and i will promise you will love this.
It took me a few tries to get the right consistency and flavor.I have added milk instead of cream which would reduce the calories in the soup and make it even healthier.
And for those of you who do not own an Instant pot, I’ve also included directions to make this in the Stove Top in a large pot as well.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS FOR BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP
Broccoli Cheddar Soup can be served for lunch or a quick easy weeknight meal with crusty bread to dip into the soup and fresh salad on the side.
HOW LONG CAN YOU STORE BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP IN THE REFRIGERATOR
Broccoli Cheddar Soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat it in a microwave or on the stove over medium-low heat.
CAN YOY FREEZE BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP?
Yes, But the broccoli cheese soup may curdle or have a thinner consistency upon thawing.So on bringing soup to boil ,prepare cornstarch mixture (mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with equal amount of water) and stir until thickened.
CAN I USE FROZEN BROCCOLI TO MAKE THIS BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP?
Fresh broccoli gives the best results in this recipe.I havent tried using frozen broccoli, but frozen can certainly be substituted if you have on hand. In this case, you can just pressure cook for 1 minute on HIGH.
WHICH CHEDDAR IS BEST FOR THIS SOUP?
Sharp cheddar is always the best cheese for this broccoli cheese soup.I also suggest grating your own cheddar cheese vs. using the pre-shredded bag because the pre-shredded cheese doesn’t melt well.
VARIATIONS
- I used sharp cheddar cheese in this recipe. If you like, you can add 1/3 cup of parmesan cheese.
- I have made this soup with milk, in place of cream or half and half. It was a bit thinner consistency, but dint compromise on the taste.
- To make this soup gluten-free simply skip the all-purpose flour.To thicken add 2 tablespoon of almond flour.
- You can also avoid adding cornstarch or flour to your recipes at the beginning of pressure cooking which can cause your food to burn.So mix 2 tablespoon of cornstarch or flour with 2 tablespoon of cold water, and add to the soup after adding the milk and cheese after pressure cooking. Mix through well and allow to thicken.
MORE BROCCOLI RECIPES YOU’LL LOVE Broccoli 65 ,Broccoli Besan Stir Fry ,Broccoli StirFry/Poriyal ,Broccoli Paneer Paratha
HOW TO MAKE BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP IN INSTANT POT
Lets first gather ingredients required to make this soup
1.Press SAUTE mode on Instant Pot. Add butter and once it’s hot add minced garlic ,onions and saute till onions turn translucent.
2. Add in the flour and saute for a minute constantly until it is cooked.Dont burn the flour.
3.Then add shredded carrot ,chopped broccoli ,salt, crushed black pepper ,water and give a stir .
4.Press CANCEL button on Instant Pot.Close the lid on the pot, and turn pressure valve to SEALING position.Set the pot to MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK (High Pressure) and set timer to 2 minutes.
5.When the instant pot beeps,Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes and then do a quick pressure release. Open the lid.
6.Blend (optional): At this point, you can blend some of the soup using a immersion blender until smooth.If you don’t have a immersion blender ,puree in a blender once slightly cooled.
NOTE: I dint blend the soup since i have added small pieces of broccoli before pressure cooking and i like the soup to have a chunky texture.
7.Select “Sauté” mode. Add in the milk and cheddar cheese.Stir for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted. Adjust the salt and pepper at this stage. Let the soup simmer for 2 minutes.
8.Pressure Cooker Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup is ready to serve.
**Broccoli Cheddar Soup usually becomes thick during cooking or storing. If it gets too thick simply thin it out with a little water or vegetable stock.
HOW DO I MAKE BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP ON STOVE TOP POT?
Follow the first three steps in a large saucepan, and then bring to a simmer and cook until the broccoli is very tender. This should take about 25-30 minutes.
Once tender, stir in the cheese, milk, let the cheese melt and soup simmer for 2 minutes.Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Soup is ready to serve
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Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Ingredients
Measuring cup used 1 cup = 250 ml
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1 medium yellow onion ,finely chopped (about 1 cup)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 3 cups fresh broccoli, cut in to small pieces
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- 2 tablespoon flour (maida)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk or half and half or light cream
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme (optional)
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
INSTANT POT METHOD:
- Press SAUTE mode on Instant Pot. Add butter and once it’s hot add minced garlic ,onions and saute till onions turn translucent.
- Add in the flour and saute for a minute constantly until it is cooked.
- Then add shredded carrot ,chopped broccoli ,salt, crushed black pepper ,water and give a stir .
- Press CANCEL button on Instant Pot.Close the lid on the pot, and turn valve from VENTING to SEALING position.Set the pot to MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK (High Pressure) and set timer to 2 minutes.
- When the instant pot beeps,Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes and then do a quick pressure release. Open the lid.
- Blend (optional): At this point, you can blend some of the soup using a immersion blender until smooth.If you don’t have a immersion blender ,puree in a blender once slightly cooled. NOTE: I dint blend the soup since i have added small pieces of broccoli before pressure cooking and i like the soup to be chunky texture.
- Select “Sauté” mode. Add in the milk and cheddar cheese.Stir for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted. Adjust the salt and pepper at this stage. Let the soup simmer for 2 minutes.
- Broccoli Cheddar Soup is ready to serve.
Notes
How long can you store Broccoli Cheddar Soup in the refrigerator?
Broccoli Cheddar Soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat it in a microwave or on the stove over medium-low heat.Can this Broccoli Cheddar Soup be frozen?
Yes, But the soup may curdle or have a thinner consistency upon thawing.So on bringing soup to boil ,prepare cornstarch mixture (mix 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with equal amount of water) and stir until thickened.Can I use Frozen Broccoli to make Broccoli Cheddar Soup?
Fresh broccoli gives the best results in this recipe.I havent tried using Frozen broccoli, but frozen can certainly be substituted if you have on hand. In this case, you can just pressure cook for 1 minute on HIGH.Which Cheddar is best for this soup?
Sharp cheddar is always the best cheese for this soup.I also suggest grating your own cheddar cheese vs. using the pre-shredded bag because the pre-shredded cheese doesn’t melt well.Variation
- I used sharp cheddar cheese in this recipe. If you like, you can add 1/3 cup of parmesan cheese.
- I have made this soup with milk, in place of cream or half and half. It was a bit thinner consistency, but dint compromise on the taste.
- To make this soup gluten-free simply skip the all-purpose flour.To thicken add 2 tablespoon of almond flour.
- You can also avoid adding cornstarch or flour to your recipes at the beginning of pressure cooking which can cause your food to burn.So mix 2 tablespoon of cornstarch or flour with 2 tablespoon of cold water, and add to the soup after adding the milk and cheese after pressure cooking. Mix through well and allow to thicken.
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This soup was delicious. I cooked the flour in some olive oil and added to the milk at the end instead of taking a chance that it would burn while cCooking. It thickened nicely. Thanks for the recipe.
Woww! glad you liked the recipe,thanks for sharing.
One of the best recipes I’ve tried in the IP! Thank you!
Yayyyy! Thank you Sanaz 🙂 We are so glad you loved it, looking forward to hear more from you 🙂 Happy Cooking 🙂