Rich n' creamy easy slow cooker broccoli cheese soup. So tasty you'll crave it all year round!
Prep Time: 15 minutesminutes
Cook Time: 4 hourshours
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Total Time: 4 hourshours15 minutesminutes
Servings:4servings
Ingredients
4tablespoonsbutter
5tablespoonsflour
3cupsmilk , see note
3cupschicken broth , (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
½onion, diced
3-4cupschopped broccoli florets, (just the bushy tops - discard the stems or use them for another recipe)
1tablespoonminced garlic
1teaspoonItalian seasoning
2ouncescream cheese
2cupsshredded sharp cheddar cheese , (yellow)
2teaspoonssalt , (or to taste)
1-4teaspoonsblack pepper , (or to taste)
optional: extra cheese for topping
Instructions
In a large sauce pan, melt butter over medium heat. When melted, stir in the flour until mixture clumps up. Very gradually whisk in the milk until all milk has been added and a thick white sauce forms.
Add chopped onions, broccoli, garlic, Italian seasoning, and cream cheese to your slow cooker. Add the sauce from the pan, and the chicken broth. Stir to combine. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 4-6 hours.
Uncover soup and add the sharp cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until the cheese melts into the soup. Taste and add salt and pepper if needed. Serve warm and top with additional shredded cheese if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
Milk: I like fat free half & half, use your favorite. The higher the fat content - such as heavy cream - the creamier and richer your soup will be.