Description
Creamy Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup delivers comfort in a bowl, blending hearty vegetables with rich, melted cheese. Warm spoons will dive into this satisfying classic that brings family together around steaming goodness you can’t resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) broccoli florets
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 cups chicken stock
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Thickeners:
- 1–2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
Instructions
- Prepare a large pot and melt butter over medium heat until it turns slightly golden and fragrant.
- Sauté diced onions in the melted butter for 3 minutes, stirring frequently until they become translucent and soft.
- Introduce diced carrots to the pot, seasoning with salt and pepper, and cook for an additional 4 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
- Add minced garlic and quickly stir for 30 seconds to release its aromatic essence without burning.
- Pour in chicken stock and add cubed potatoes, then cover the pot and reduce heat to allow gentle simmering for 10 minutes.
- Incorporate broccoli florets into the simmering mixture and continue cooking until both potatoes and broccoli reach a tender consistency, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk cornstarch with milk until smooth, creating a thickening slurry.
- Slowly stream the cornstarch mixture into the soup, stirring continuously to prevent lumps and promote even thickening.
- Reduce heat to low and gradually fold in shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until completely melted and integrated into the soup.
- Remove from heat and let the soup rest for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld and reach optimal serving temperature.
- Ladle into warm bowls and serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Enhance creamy texture by blending a portion of the soup for a smoother consistency.
- Swap chicken stock with vegetable broth to make the recipe vegetarian-friendly and lighter.
- Reduce calories by using low-fat cheese and milk alternatives without compromising rich flavor.
- Boost nutrition by adding extra vegetables like cauliflower or spinach for increased vitamins and minerals.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 293 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 712 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg