Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup Recipe
This comforting Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup combines tender broccoli florets and hearty potatoes in a creamy, cheesy broth. Enhanced with savory garlic, onions, and sharp cheddar cheese, this soup is perfect for a cozy meal any day of the year.
- Author: Isla
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing and Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Vegetables
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch cubes
- 16 ounces broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
Dairy & Butter
- 1–2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Liquids & Broth
Thickener & Seasonings
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
- Sauté Vegetables: Melt one to two tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the diced onion in the butter until softened, about 3 minutes. Add diced carrots, salt, and pepper, and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Finally, add minced garlic and sauté while stirring for 30 seconds to release its aroma.
- Simmer Potatoes: Add the chopped potatoes and chicken stock to the skillet. Cover and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes to begin softening the potatoes.
- Add Broccoli: Stir in the broccoli florets and continue simmering until both the broccoli and potatoes are tender, roughly another 10 minutes. The potatoes should be easily pierced with a fork.
- Thicken Soup: In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch into the milk until smooth. Gradually stir the cornstarch-milk mixture into the hot soup to thicken the broth evenly.
- Add Cheese: Add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese gradually, stirring continuously until the cheese has fully melted into the soup, creating a creamy texture.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm. Enjoy this hearty and flavorful broccoli potato cheese soup as a satisfying meal.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken stock with vegetable stock.
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for more flavor; mild cheddar works if preferred.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste.
- You can use fresh or frozen broccoli florets interchangeably.
- If the soup becomes too thick, add a splash of milk or stock to reach desired consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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