Creamy Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup for Cozy Nights Recipe
This creamy broccoli potato cheese soup is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for cozy nights. Featuring tender potatoes, vibrant broccoli florets, and sharp cheddar cheese in a rich, smooth broth, it’s a delightful blend of flavors and textures that warms you from the inside out.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Soup Base
- 2 tbsp Butter or olive oil (for dairy-free)
- 1 medium Onion, diced (can substitute with shallots)
- 2 medium Carrots, diced (can substitute with parsnips)
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced (fresh or jarred)
- 4 cups Chicken stock or vegetable stock (for vegetarian)
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch (can substitute with flour)
- 1 cup Milk (dairy or almond milk)
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups Potatoes, peeled and chopped (Russet or Yukon Gold preferred)
- 2 cups Broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
For the Flavor Boost
- 1 cup Shredded sharp Cheddar cheese or Gruyère
- 1 tsp Salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp Ground pepper (black, white, or a mix)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot, melt 1–2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Cook Vegetables: Stir in diced carrots, a pinch of salt, and ground pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add Garlic: Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, ensuring the flavors combine well.
- Simmer Potatoes: Introduce peeled and chopped potatoes along with the chicken or vegetable stock. Cover and simmer for about 10 minutes until the potatoes begin to soften.
- Add Broccoli: Incorporate broccoli florets and continue cooking for another 10 minutes until bright green and tender.
- Thicken Soup: Mix cornstarch with a splash of milk until smooth, then stir this mixture into the soup and cook until it thickens.
- Finish with Cheese: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.
- Serve: Ladle the warm soup into bowls and serve immediately, optionally pairing with crusty bread or a fresh salad.
Notes
- Ensure potatoes are chopped uniformly for even cooking.
- Adjust the soup’s thickness by adding more or less cornstarch slurry as desired.
- Take care not to overcook the vegetables to preserve texture and color.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with olive oil and milk with almond milk.
- Vegetarian option: Use vegetable stock instead of chicken stock.
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