Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup
Warm up with this delightful Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup Recipe, the perfect comfort food for chilly days! This creamy, cheesy soup is not only easy to make but also packed with wholesome ingredients like fresh broccoli, hearty potatoes, and rich sharp cheddar cheese. In just about 40 minutes, you can create a dish that brings family and friends together around the table. Whether you enjoy it on a busy weeknight or at a cozy gathering, this soup will leave everyone asking for seconds. Plus, it’s highly adaptable—feel free to customize it with your favorite veggies or spices. Dive into a bowl of warmth and satisfaction today!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- 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
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and sauté diced onion for 3 minutes until softened.
- Add diced carrots and season with salt and pepper; cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add chopped potatoes and chicken stock, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Incorporate broccoli florets; continue simmering until vegetables are tender (about 10 more minutes).
- Mix cornstarch into milk until smooth; stir into the soup to thicken.
- Add shredded cheese and stir until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg