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Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup

Creamy Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup for Cozy Nights

This Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for dairy-free
  • 1 medium Onion (diced) or shallots for a milder taste
  • 1 cup Carrots (diced) or parsnips for a different flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh or jarred
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock use vegetable stock for vegetarian
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch substitute with flour or arrowroot powder
  • 2 cups Milk or dairy-free alternative like almond milk
For the Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups Potatoes (peeled and chopped) Russet or Yukon Gold
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets fresh or frozen
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese or Gruyère/Monterey Jack
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Pepper use to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, melt 1–2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and sauté until soft, about 3 minutes.
  2. Stir in the diced carrots, a pinch of salt, and ground pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the carrots soften.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Introduce the peeled and chopped potatoes and chicken stock. Cover and bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. Incorporate the broccoli florets and continue cooking for another 10 minutes.
  6. Mix cornstarch with a splash of milk until smooth. Gradually stir into the soup and cook until thickened.
  7. Remove from heat, stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Adjust seasoning.
  8. Serve warm, possibly with crusty bread or a salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For uniform cooking, cut potatoes and carrots into even pieces. Can freeze for up to 2 months. Add fresh herbs for extra flavor if desired.

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