Description
Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup is the ultimate comfort dish, perfect for chilly days and cozy nights. This creamy, velvety soup combines fresh broccoli and tender potatoes with sharp cheddar cheese, creating a heartwarming experience in every bite. With its delightful aroma and rich flavors, this soup is sure to become a family favorite. Easy to prepare, it’s a nourishing option that warms both the body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (about 12 oz), peeled and diced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and chop broccoli into bite-sized pieces; dice potatoes.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Add diced potatoes and vegetable broth; bring to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender (10-15 minutes).
- Blend the mixture until smooth using an immersion blender or countertop blender.
- Stir in chopped broccoli and heavy cream; simmer for another 5-7 minutes until broccoli is tender.
- Gradually add grated cheddar cheese, stirring until melted. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 60mg