Vegan Broccoli and Cheese Soup

Yum! I LOVE this soup so much. It's almost addictive. Right now as I type my tummy is so full! I should have stopped at 1 bowl. Ha ha. Even Audrey reacted the same way! Usually she says "No" when I ask her if she'd like more but today she surprised me with a resounding "YES!" 

Success! And it's completely Gluten and Dairy Free! :)

I love this recipe because the base is made from my new Gluten Free Cream of Celery Soup recipe (which is amazing just by itself). I've been craving a broccoli cheese soup lately but wanted a good Vegan recipe that was SOY free as well because Audrey has been reacting to Soy-based Vegan Cheese lately. 

So, believe it or not, this yummy, cheesy soup DOES NOT HAVE CHEESE in it! Crazy I know. Let me introduce you to a Dairy Free Cheese Substitute that we use a lot: Nutritional Flakes. (That's the secret ingredient in the Chreese packet.)

My husband calls this a "restaurant worthy" recipe. He's so nice. I'm glad I have 1 fan. ;) Wait, 2. Audrey likes my food too. ;) Hope you LOVE it as much as we do! 

Vegan Broccoli and Cheese Soup

Made with my Gluten Free Cream of Chicken Soup

(Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Vegan, Soy Free, Nut Free)
Created by jalene

Makes 3 cups
Ingredients: 

• 2 cups water, divided
• 1 cup fresh broccoli, finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
  
• 1 can equivalent (10.75 oz or 1 & 1/4 cup) GF Cream of Celery Soup (or if you don't mind a little meat use  Gluten Free Cream of Chicken Soup 
• 1 packet of Road's End Gluten Free Cheddar Chreese Mix
• 1/4 tsp Wright's Gluten Free Hickory Seasoning Liquid Smoke
• sea salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
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Directions: 

1. In a large sauce pan over medium heat add 1/2 cup of water, 1 cup broccoli, and 1/2 tsp onion powder. Cover and simmer for about 6 minutes or until broccoli is bright green and tender. 
2. Add the Cream of Celery Soup and 1 cup of water. Stir occasionally as it warms. 
3. While the Cream of Celery mixture is heating, in a small saucepan over medium heat, add the remaining 1/2 cup of water. Bring to a boil and then whisk in the Road's End Cheddar Chreese Mix. Stir until it thickens. Remove the chreese sauce from the heat and add to the Cream of Chicken mixture. 
4. Add the 1/4 tsp liquid smoke and heat the soup until nice and hot. 

Serve warm and store any leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. 

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The secret to my SUCCESS: 

Thanks to these 2 babies, my soup was a hit! Road's End Cheddar Chreese Mix is a great Gluten Free, Soy Free, Dairy Free alternative to nacho-style cheese. (If you ask me Road's End fibs a little on their picture representations but at least the taste is good!) I love their 

Road's End Organics Organic Golden Gravy Mix, Gluten-Free 1 oz. (Pack of 12)

as well. 

And who can go wrong with Wright's Liquid Smoke?! It's guaranteed gluten free and a great addition to not only this soup but any meat you're cooking up! 

Good deal for a pack of 12!

If you can't find it at your local grocery store apparently eBay sells it!