Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup
Warm up your evenings with this delightful Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup Recipe. This creamy concoction combines tender potatoes and vibrant broccoli, enriched with sharp cheddar cheese, creating a comforting dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. In just 40 minutes, you can enjoy a bowl of pure satisfaction—ideal for those chilly days when you crave something hearty and nourishing. Plus, it’s incredibly versatile; feel free to swap in your favorite vegetables or spices to make it your own. Easy to prepare and even easier to love, this soup is destined to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1–2 Tablespoons butter
- 1 onion (diced)
- 2 medium carrots (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups chicken stock
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large potatoes (peeled and chopped into ½-inch cubes)
- 16 ounces broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
Instructions
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in diced carrots, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Incorporate chopped potatoes and chicken stock; cover and simmer for 10 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Add broccoli florets and simmer until fork-tender, about 10 more minutes.
- Mix cornstarch with milk until smooth; stir into the soup to thicken.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg