Low Carb Broccoli Cheddar Soup

I couldn't find a low-carb broccoli cheddar soup that I loved, so I made my own. Enjoy!

Macros per serving: 25 g fat, 8.4 g protein, 4.6 g net carbs

Total servings: 8

I paired these Keto Cheddar Bay Biscuits with them (and they are so easy to make).

Ingredients

• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1/4 cup butter
• 3 tsp guar gum (or other thickener - amount may be different if you use something else)
• 1 good-sized crown of broccoli, diced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2-14.5 oz cans of chicken or veggie broth
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Sautée your diced onions and butter in your pot over medium heat for 5 minutes. 
2. Whisk in the guar gum (or other thickener) at this point, then pour in the heavy cream and whisk in well. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes. This should get pretty thick. 
3. Next, stir in your broth and bring to a boil. 
4. Pour in the cheese and whisk in until completely melted. 
5. Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper. 
6. Stir in broccoli and let simmer on medium-low heat for 20-30 minutes (until the broccoli is the tenderness that you like). Stir occasionally. 
7. Enjoy!