Description
Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup is a comforting blend of creamy potatoes, vibrant broccoli, and sharp cheddar cheese, perfect for warming your soul on chilly days. This easy-to-make soup captivates with its rich flavors and inviting aroma, making it an ideal dish for gatherings or weeknight dinners. Serve it alongside crusty bread for the ultimate cozy experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes, diced (about 2 medium)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash broccoli and chop into small florets; set aside.
- Peel and dice potatoes into 1-inch cubes. In a large pot, combine potatoes and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil and cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Meanwhile, in a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add broccoli to the pot with potatoes; simmer for another 5 minutes until tender but bright green. Puree the mixture using an immersion blender or regular blender until smooth.
- Return blended soup to low heat; gradually stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Add heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer on low for an additional 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg