This Crock Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup recipe is a creamy slow cooker soup made with half and half, cheese, and a rich roux base. It is a comforting homestyle recipe and a great way to use up leftover half and half
Chop broccoli and carrots, then add them to the crock pot with chicken broth. This creates the flavorful base of the soup while the vegetables begin softening during the slow cooking process.
In a skillet, sauté chopped onion with 2 tablespoons butter and pepper until translucent. Transfer the cooked onion mixture into the crock pot, adding depth and savory flavor to the developing soup.
In the same pan, melt remaining butter and whisk in flour to form a roux. Add nutmeg and salt, cook
until lightly golden, then whisk in half and half and cook until thickened.
Pour the cream sauce into the crock pot, add shredded cheese, and stir well. Cover with paper towels and lid, cook on high one hour, then reduce heat to low and cook three hours.