Description
This creamy Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup is a delightful blend of fresh vegetables and rich cheese, perfect for a cozy meal.
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 large pot, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the diced onion and carrots until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken stock and bring to a boil.
- Stir in the diced potatoes and cook for about 10 minutes until they start to become tender.
- Add the broccoli florets and cook for another 5-7 minutes, until broccoli is tender.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the milk until smooth, then add this mixture to the pot to thicken the soup.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup!
Notes
You can substitute vegetable stock for chicken stock for a vegetarian version. Adjust the thickness of the soup by varying the amount of cornstarch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1½ cups)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 42 mg
Keywords: Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup, soup, cheese soup, broccoli soup, comfort food