Description
Experience the comforting delight of our Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup Recipe. This creamy, savory soup is a perfect blend of nutritious vegetables and rich cheddar cheese, making it an ideal dish for chilly evenings or gatherings with friends and family. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a hearty meal that’s not only satisfying but also easy to customize with your favorite veggies or spices. Serve it as a main course or alongside crusty bread and salads for a well-rounded dining experience. Dive into this warming bowl of goodness today!
Ingredients
- 1–2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and chopped into ½-inch cubes
- 16 ounces broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 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 onion until soft.
- Add carrots, salt, and pepper; cook for another few minutes before stirring in garlic.
- Combine chopped potatoes and chicken stock, cover, and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add broccoli florets and continue cooking until tender.
- Mix cornstarch with milk in a bowl until smooth; stir into the soup to thicken.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted through. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 298
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 47mg
Keywords: For added texture, reserve some broccoli or potatoes to blend into the soup later. Experiment with different cheeses like Gruyère for a unique flavor twist. This recipe easily adapts to include other vegetables such as spinach or cauliflower.