u003cbr/u003eThere are several ways to make your soup thicker. In this recipe, I've used cream cheese, cheese, and pureed broccoli to thicken the soup. I have found that this makes it thick enough. u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eIf you prefer a thicker soup, feel free to add in ¼ to ½ teaspoon of xanthan gum. Make sure you go slow because a little goes a long way - this low-carb broccoli cheese soup recipe can get too thick quickly if you use too much.