Description
Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This creamy, rich soup blends fresh broccoli and buttery Yukon Gold potatoes with sharp cheddar cheese for a delightful meal that warms the soul. Easy to prepare and satisfying for even the pickiest eaters, this dish will quickly become your go-to recipe. Serve it with crusty bread or croutons for an irresistible treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced (about 2 cups)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the broccoli and chop it into bite-sized pieces. Peel and dice the potatoes.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add onions and garlic; sautΓ© until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in the broccoli and potatoes; cook for another 3-5 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth until vegetables are covered. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth or leave some texture if preferred.
- Stir in heavy cream and grated cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For a lighter soup, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream. Add crispy bacon bits or swap cheddar for gouda for extra flavor. Enhance brightness by adding a splash of lemon juice.