Broccoli and Cauliflower Cheese Soup with Sausage

Cozy up with a bowl of creamy, hearty comfort food with this Broccoli and Cauliflower Cheese Soup with Sausage. Bursting with flavor, this rich and velvety soup combines tender broccoli and cauliflower florets with a luxuriously cheesy sauce made from sharp cheddar and Parmesan. The savory Italian sausage—your choice of mild or spicy—adds a satisfying depth, while fragrant garlic and paprika elevate every bite. With a perfect balance of creamy, cheesy indulgence and nourishing vegetables, this one-pot wonder is as easy to make as it is to devour. Ready in just 50 minutes, this soup is a family-friendly dinner or lunch option perfect for chilly days. Garnish with extra cheese or a dash of paprika for an irresistible finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups broccoli, cut into florets
• 2 cups cauliflower, cut into florets
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups whole milk
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the olive oil and Italian sausage. Cook and crumble the sausage until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 2

In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the broccoli and cauliflower florets to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover the pot and let the vegetables cook until tender, about 10 minutes.

Step 5

While the vegetables are cooking, make the cheese sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Remove the cheese sauce from heat and stir in the sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Set aside.

Step 7

Using an immersion blender (or in batches with a countertop blender), blend the soup until smooth or leave it partially chunky for texture, based on your preference.

Step 8

Return the sausage to the pot and stir in the cheese sauce. Add salt, black pepper, and paprika, adjusting seasoning to taste. Simmer the soup for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Serve hot with a sprinkle of extra cheese or a pinch of paprika for garnish, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3045.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3290.8

Total Fat 249.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 115.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g
Cholesterol 671.2mg	0%
Sodium 10342.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 102.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.1g	0%
Total Sugars 43.1g
Protein 183.4g	0%

Vitamin D 267.2IU	0%
Calcium 3075.9mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 5186.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.2%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 12.1%