Description
Cheddar Broccoli Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, ideal for chilly nights or cozy family gatherings. This creamy soup features tender russet potatoes, vibrant fresh broccoli, and sharp cheddar cheese, creating a delightful blend of flavors and textures that warms both body and soul. Quick to prepare in under an hour, this dish is easily customizable with your favorite spices or additional ingredients. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a crisp salad for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup cream or milk
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by washing and chopping the vegetables.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onion in oil or butter until translucent; add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in diced potatoes with broth; bring to a boil then simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Add chopped broccoli and simmer for another 5 minutes until bright green.
- Blend the mixture to your desired consistency using an immersion blender or standard blender.
- Return blended soup to low heat; stir in cheddar cheese until melted, then mix in cream or milk.
Notes
– To enhance flavor, feel free to add spices like paprika or nutmeg.
– For added nutrition, consider incorporating carrots or celery.
– Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg