Description
Warm up your evenings with this irresistible Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup Recipe, a creamy delight that combines the wholesome goodness of fresh vegetables and rich cheese into one comforting bowl. Perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends, this soup is not only delicious but also packed with essential nutrients from broccoli and potatoes. With its quick preparation time of just 40 minutes, you can whip up this satisfying dish even on the busiest weeknights. Whether enjoyed as an appetizer or a main course, each spoonful promises to warm your heart and fill your belly.
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 heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until bubbly.
- Sauté diced onion in the melted butter for about 3 minutes until softened.
- Add diced carrots, salt, and pepper; cook for another 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add chopped potatoes and chicken stock; stir well.
- Cover and bring to a simmer for approximately ten minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Mix in broccoli florets; continue simmering for another ten minutes until both broccoli and potatoes are fork-tender.
- In a small bowl, stir cornstarch into milk until smooth; gradually add to the soup while stirring.
- Incorporate shredded cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot in bowls and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg