Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup
Warm up your evenings with this creamy and comforting Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup Recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely gatherings, this hearty soup combines fresh broccoli and potatoes with sharp cheddar cheese for an irresistible flavor that delights everyone at the table. Simple to prepare, this recipe lets you enjoy wholesome ingredients while satisfying your comfort food cravings. The best part? It’s great for meal prep and tastes even better the next day!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 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 the diced onion for about 3 minutes until softened. Add carrots, salt, and pepper; cook for another 3-4 minutes before adding minced garlic. Sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
- Stir in the potatoes and chicken stock; cover and bring to a simmer for about 10 minutes to soften the potatoes.
- Add broccoli florets; simmer until both vegetables are tender, approximately another 10 minutes.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with milk until smooth; pour into the soup while stirring continuously to thicken.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm with your preferred garnishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg