The Scented Kitchen: Cozy Comfort with Broccoli Cheddar Soup and Belle Aroma®
I’ve been in charge of the garden the past couple of weeks while my husband recovers—and let’s just say gardening is not my strong suit. Case in point? I found seven enormous zucchinis hiding under their leaves. My husband says I don’t have “the eye for it,” and after seeing the mountain of zucchini on my counter, I’d have to agree.
Before tackling the garden bounty, I switched on my Belle Aroma® Essential Breeze® Aromatherapy Fan. I love this diffuser for its “set it and forget it” simplicity—no water, no heat, just clean scent that lasts for weeks. Your customers will appreciate that, too.
Why customers love Essential Breeze:
· Truly effortless: Set your preferred interval, and it runs itself.
· No water, no heat, no mess: Pure essential oils only—nothing diluted.
· Long-lasting value: A single 10ml bottle can last for weeks.
· Consistent, natural scent: Gentle, fan-powered diffusion—perfect for small spaces.
This time, I chose Walking on Sunshine® essential oil blend. With Gingergrass, Bergamot, Orange, and Cedarwood, it smelled just like the garden I’d left behind and gave me the motivation I needed to get started on dinner.
Recipe Spotlight: Broccoli Cheddar Soup
(From Joy at BuildYourBite.com)
Even in the middle of summer, I’ll never turn down a bowl of creamy, cheesy soup. This copycat Panera recipe is rich, comforting, and worth every minute of cooking.
What You’ll Need:
¼ cup unsalted butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ yellow onion, finely diced
8 cloves garlic, minced
1¼ cups whole milk (I used 2%—still great!)
32 oz vegetable broth (I prefer chicken broth for extra depth)
¾ cup heavy cream
2½ cups finely chopped broccoli florets
8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
¾ tsp salt, or to taste
Instructions:
Melt butter in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium heat.
Add onions; cook until softened and translucent.
Stir in garlic; cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Add flour; stir constantly until slightly browned (3–5 minutes).
Pour in milk, broth, and heavy cream; stir until smooth and creamy.
Add broccoli; simmer 15 minutes until tender.
Lower heat; stir in cheese until melted (about 5 minutes).
Salt to taste and serve.
Lori’s Tip: Skip pre-shredded cheese—the anti-caking agents keep it from melting as smoothly. Freshly grated is the way to go.
Retailers: Why This Matters
For me, broccoli cheddar soup is comfort in a bowl. That same sense of comfort is exactly what Belle Aroma products bring to a home—effortlessly. The Essential Breeze Aromatherapy Fan is a perfect example: high quality, simple to use, and compatible with our pure essential oils—many of which are organic, vegan, and never tested on animals.
Your customers are looking for easy ways to add wellness and warmth to their homes. Whether you’re stocking a boutique, spa, or specialty gift shop, Belle Aroma® offers fragrance solutions that practically sell themselves.
Lori Herr for Belle Aroma® Brand