Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Quick and Delicious Soup!
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1 head broccoli, chopped very small (florets only), about 3 cups
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 32 ounces chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- Optional topping - additional shredded cheese or sliced green onion
Instructions
- Add butter, diced onion, diced broccoli, carrots, broth, pepper, salt and crushed red pepper flakes to pressure cooker. Secure lid in place and turn valve to "sealing."
- Select "High Pressure" or manual and cook for 4 minutes. When cook time ends, turn off the pressure cooker and use quick release.
- In small bowl, mix the cold water and cornstarch. Turn pressure cooker to "Sauté" and add cornstarch mixture. Also add heavy whipping cream and cheddar cheese.
- Cook for about 3-4 minutes, while stirring constantly until soup thickens and cheese melts completely. Add toppings, if desired. Serve immediately. Enjoy!
- *When I made this, I made 1/2 batch, keeping instructions and timing the same. Wonderful!
- This recipe is from www.shugarysweets.com . So much fun to look at this blog!