Description
This creamy, cheesy broccoli potato cheese soup is the perfect cozy meal. Packed with tender potatoes, fresh broccoli, and rich cheddar cheese, it’s comforting, easy to make, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 4 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 cups broccoli, chopped (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups whole milk or half-and-half
- 2 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon mustard powder (optional)
Instructions
- Step: In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Step: Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Step: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step: Pour in the broth and add the diced potatoes.
- Step: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Step: Mash some of the potatoes in the pot using a potato masher for a thicker texture, or blend half the soup with an immersion blender.
- Step: Add the chopped broccoli and cook for 5–7 minutes until bright green and tender.
- Step: Reduce the heat to low and slowly stir in the milk.
- Step: Add the shredded cheddar cheese a handful at a time, stirring constantly until fully melted.
- Step: Season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and mustard powder if using.
- Step: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more broth or milk if the soup is too thick.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days. Reheat on the stove over low heat, stirring occasionally, and add a splash of milk or broth if needed. Author: Lora Marie Bennett.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT30M
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 385 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg