Description
This Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup is a comforting and hearty dish combining tender potatoes, fresh broccoli, and sharp cheddar cheese in a creamy, flavorful broth. Perfect for a cozy meal, this easy-to-make soup uses simple ingredients and stove-top cooking techniques to deliver rich taste and satisfying texture.
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 1–2 Tablespoons butter
- 1 onion (diced)
- 2 medium carrots (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
Soup Ingredients
- 4 cups chicken stock
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large potatoes (peeled and chopped into ½-inch cubes)
- 16 ounces broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Melt one to two tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. This provides the flavorful fat needed to sauté the vegetables.
- Sauté the onions: Add the diced onions to the melted butter and cook until they start to soften, about 3 minutes. This step brings out the sweetness and aroma of the onions.
- Add carrots and seasoning: Incorporate the diced carrots along with salt and pepper, continuing to cook for another 3-4 minutes until the carrots begin to soften but still have some bite.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, making sure not to burn it so the pungent flavor is balanced and fresh.
- Add potatoes and broth: Pour in the chicken broth and add the peeled, chopped potatoes. Cover the pan and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Simmer potatoes: Let the soup simmer for approximately 10 minutes, allowing the potatoes to cook partially and absorb the flavors.
- Add broccoli and continue simmering: Introduce the broccoli florets to the pot and continue simmering for about 10 minutes until both broccoli and potatoes are tender and fork-ready.
- Thicken the soup: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch into the milk until fully dissolved and smooth. Slowly stir this mixture into the hot soup to thicken the broth.
- Add cheese: Incorporate the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and stir continuously until it melts completely, creating a creamy texture.
- Serve: Once the cheese is fully melted and the soup is evenly heated, ladle into bowls and enjoy your warm, comforting Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup.
Notes
- Use fresh broccoli for a brighter flavor or frozen florets if fresh are unavailable.
- For a vegetarian version, replace chicken stock with vegetable stock.
- If you prefer a creamier soup, blend part or all of the soup before adding cheese.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste as cheddar can add some saltiness.
- Serve with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup, creamy cheese soup, broccoli soup, potato soup, easy soup recipe, stovetop soup
