Save Pin A creamy, comforting soup featuring tender ditalini pasta, fresh broccoli, and sharp cheddar cheese, all cooked in one pot for a quick and satisfying meal.
This soup quickly became a family favorite for its rich flavor and easy preparation making weeknight dinners a breeze.
Ingredients
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Yellow onion: 1 medium, finely chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Broccoli florets: 4 cups (about 1 medium head), chopped small
- Carrot: 1 medium, peeled and diced
- Ditalini pasta: 1 cup (about 120 g) or other small pasta
- Vegetable broth: 4 cups (1 liter), low sodium
- Whole milk: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Sharp cheddar cheese: 2 cups (200 g), grated
- Unsalted butter: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: 1 teaspoon, more to taste
- Black pepper: ½ teaspoon
- Smoked paprika: ¼ teaspoon, optional
- Ground nutmeg: Pinch, optional
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and carrot sauté for 3 4 minutes until softened.
- Step 2:
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute stirring frequently.
- Step 3:
- Stir in broccoli florets and continue cooking for 2 minutes.
- Step 4:
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Step 5:
- Add ditalini pasta reduce heat to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 8 10 minutes stirring occasionally until pasta is al dente and broccoli is tender.
- Step 6:
- Lower the heat to low. Stir in milk and butter then gradually add grated cheddar cheese stirring constantly until cheese is melted and soup is creamy.
- Step 7:
- Season with salt pepper smoked paprika and nutmeg to taste. Simmer for 2 3 more minutes stirring occasionally.
- Step 8:
- Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot garnished with extra cheddar or a sprinkle of black pepper if desired.
Save Pin We often gather around the table enjoying this cozy soup especially on chilly evenings making fond memories.
Required Tools
Large soup pot chefs knife cutting board measuring cups and spoons wooden spoon grater for cheddar
Allergen Information
Contains dairy cheddar cheese butter milk and wheat ditalini pasta For gluten free use gluten free pasta Always check product labels for hidden allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 370 Total Fat 19 g Carbohydrates 35 g Protein 16 g per serving
Save Pin This soup is perfect for meal prep and delivers warmth with every spoonful.