This creamy cheddar broccoli soup for toddlers is sure to be a hit on your little one’s plate! Toddler Recipes Australia has crafted a simple and delicious soup recipe perfect for toddlers. Using only a few ingredients, and cooked in just one pot, it’s easy to make and enticing enough for even the pickiest of eaters. Perfect for a chilly day, and full of essential nutrients, this cheddar broccoli soup is sure to be a hit with your whole family. Make it today and watch your toddler’s face light up at the sight of dinner!
Broccoli and cheddar are a delicious and healthy choice for toddlers as they provide essential nutrients for growth and development. Broccoli offers a source of calcium, which is important for children to build strong bones and teeth. Also, it is a good source of vitamins A and C, folate and dietary fibre. The cheddar cheese adds additional calcium and adds protein, both important for building healthy muscle tissue. Together, the two ingredients create a balanced meal with a great taste that kids are likely to enjoy. Broccoli is also easy to eat in small pieces, making it well-suited for toddlers who may be just learning how to use their utensils. Finally, broccoli can be included in a variety of dishes, allowing parents to get creative in their meal planning.
Ingredients
- 50 g butter
- 1 leek, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- 400 g broccoli, cut into small pieces
- 700 ml of chicken or vegetable broth
- 250 ml of cream
- 200 g of grated cheddar cheese
- fresh thyme
- ground black pepper
- olive oil
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add 50 grams of butter and when melted, add the diced leek and garlic.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the broccoli and stir to combine with the vegetables.
- Pour in the chicken/vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to lowcover the pot and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add the cream and stir to combine.
- Turn off the heat and use a blender or hand immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth.
- Return the soup to the stoveand add the cheddar cheese.
- Cook over low heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the cheese is melted and incorporated.
- Add fresh thyme and season with ground black pepper.
- Serve with a drizzle of olive oil.
Is someone else cooking your dinner tonight? Don’t worry, this soup will cook itself!
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