Description
Cheddar Broccoli Potato Soup is a creamy, comforting dish that harmoniously blends sharp cheddar cheese, tender broccoli, and fluffy potatoes. Perfect for chilly nights or cozy family dinners, this soup not only warms you from the inside out but also delights the eyes with its inviting golden hue and vibrant green flecks. Quick to prepare, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights and sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- Fresh broccoli
- Russet or Yukon gold potatoes
- Sharp cheddar cheese
- Onion
- Garlic
- Vegetable or chicken broth
- Heavy cream
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Chop fresh broccoli into bite-sized pieces and dice potatoes into small cubes.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté chopped onions in a splash of oil until translucent; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in diced potatoes and broccoli florets, then pour in enough broth to cover the vegetables.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
- Blend the mixture until smooth or desired consistency is reached.
- Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese over low heat until fully melted; season with salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 55mg