Broccoli Cheddar

Our broccoli cheddar soup stands out because we hand-craft every batch using a slow-simmer method with fresh ingredients, no pre-made bases, no artificial flavors, just real food cooked the way it should be.

We Use Grass-Fed Dairy and Real Cheese

We source our dairy from grass-fed sources and use genuine cheddar and parmesan cheese. You'll taste the difference in the richness and depth of flavor. This isn't a cheese-flavored sauce; it's actual melted cheese binding every spoonful together.

Fresh Vegetables Add Natural Sweetness

The broccoli florets and carrots we use bring natural sweetness and texture to our soup. These vegetables are carefully selected and added at just the right time during cooking to maintain their integrity while blending seamlessly into the creamy base.

Our Slow-Simmer Method Develops Deep Flavor

Time is our secret ingredient. By allowing our broccoli cheddar soup to simmer slowly, we develop layers of flavor that quick-cook methods simply can't achieve. This traditional approach creates that nostalgic, "just like grandma made it" taste.

Some comfort foods earn their reputation. This is one of them. Our Broccoli Cheddar starts with fresh Wisconsin broccoli, the undeniable star of the show. A supporting cast of carrots, celery, onions, and vegetable stock creates a rich, savory foundation that lets every ingredient shine.

For the finish, we blend in Wisconsin heavy cream, sharp cheddar, and aged Parmesan, creating a velvety soup that's creamy, cheesy, and deeply satisfying without being overly heavy. Every ingredient does something. Nothing is in the bowl by accident.

Full Ingredient List: Vegetable Stock, Broccoli, Sharp Cheddar Cheese (Pasteurized Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes), Heavy Cream, Carrots, Butter, Celery, Onions, Parmesan Cheese (Cultured Milk, Enzymes, Salt), Garlic, Nutmeg, Bay Leaf, Sea Salt, Spices & Natural Flavors

We make our cheesy broccoli soup by sautéing aromatics in butter, adding our house-made stock, simmering fresh vegetables until tender, then slowly incorporating real cheeses and grass-fed cream for a velvety finish.

Building Flavor From the Base Up

We begin by gently cooking onions in grass-fed butter until they're soft and fragrant. This creates the aromatic foundation that supports everything that follows.

Simmering Vegetables to Perfection

Fresh broccoli and carrots are added to our house-made stock and simmered at low temperatures. This gentle cooking preserves the vegetables' natural nutrients while allowing them to soften and release their flavors.

The Cheese Integration Process

We add our cheeses gradually, stirring constantly to create a smooth, lump-free texture. The slow incorporation ensures every spoonful has that perfect, creamy consistency.

Short answer, yes. Here's the full picture:

Gluten-Free

Our Broccoli Cheddar Soup is completely gluten-free. Every ingredient in the bowl, from our vegetable stock to our sharp cheddar and aged Parmesan, is selected to ensure no gluten makes its way into your quart. If gluten is a concern at your table, this is a bowl you can order with confidence.

Vegetarian

No meat, no meat-based stock. Our Broccoli Cheddar is built entirely on vegetable stock, making it a genuinely satisfying vegetarian option that doesn't taste like one.

Allergen Information

We believe every customer deserves full transparency about what's in their bowl, no guessing, no fine print surprises.

• Contains: Milk

That's the only allergen in this soup. No nuts, no soy, no shellfish, no gluten. Just real vegetables, real cheese, and a slow-simmered broth that earns every spoonful.

Not Right for Your Table?

If dairy is a concern, we'd encourage you to browse our Dairy-Free collection; several of our handcrafted soups are built specifically without it, and they're every bit as satisfying as this one.

A bowl this rich and satisfying deserves sides that complement it, not compete with it. The key is balance. Broccoli cheddar is creamy, cheesy, and hearty. What you want alongside it is something that either cuts through that richness, adds contrasting texture, or rounds the meal out without piling on more weight.

Crusty Sourdough or Artisan Bread

The most natural partner for any cheesy, cream-based soup. A thick slice of sourdough with a crispy crust holds up to dipping without falling apart, and its natural tang beautifully mirrors the sharpness of the cheddar. At our LOUP café, every bowl comes with fresh bread and whipped salted butter, because this pairing simply works.

A Simple Green Salad

A lightly dressed green salad cuts through the richness of the bisque cleanly, keeping the meal feeling balanced. Keep it simple, mixed greens, lemon vinaigrette, nothing too heavy. The brightness of the greens plays perfectly against the depth of the cheese.

Cheese Crackers or Oyster Crackers

For texture, a handful of cheese crackers or oyster crackers scattered across the top adds a satisfying crunch that contrasts with the soup's velvety body without disrupting its flavor. A classic pairing for good reason.

A Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Bold move, and a completely justified one. A golden, buttery grilled cheese alongside a bowl of broccoli cheddar soup is one of the great comfort food combinations. Sharp cheddar in the sandwich, sharp cheddar in the bowl, it's a pairing that knows exactly what it is and makes no apologies for it.

A Crisp White Wine or Hard Cider

For an elevated pairing, a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a dry hard cider cuts through the richness of the cheese base with bright acidity and a clean finish. Both reset the palate between spoonfuls, making the overall experience feel intentional rather than incidental. However, you build the meal around it, our Broccoli Cheddar Soup holds its own at the center of any table, comforting, cheesy, and made to satisfy.

You can order our broccoli cheddar soup through our online store for delivery across the United States, visit our LOUP café in Wauwatosa for fresh bowls, or find our products at select local grocery partners. For a full overview of how orders are packed and what to expect on delivery day, the Ship Nationwide page covers everything from insulated packaging to transit timelines.

Online Ordering and Shipping

We ship nationwide through our website, with soups arriving frozen and ready to heat whenever you need them. Stock your freezer with multiple quarts, so you're never without a comforting bowl. If you'd rather not think about restocking at all, the Soup Scriptions program delivers your favorites on a recurring schedule so a stocked freezer becomes the default rather than a task.

Visit Our LOUP Café

Stop by 7505 Harwood Ave in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Check LOUP's current hours before visiting.