Description
Hearty broccoli potato cheese soup delivers comfort in each spoonful, blending creamy textures with rich flavors. Nourishing ingredients and simple preparation make this classic soup a delightful meal you’ll savor from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz (454 g) broccoli florets, fresh or frozen
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped into ½-inch cubes
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1–2 tbsps butter
- 4 cups chicken stock
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Sauté Foundation: Melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat, then add onions and cook until translucent. Incorporate carrots, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until vegetables soften and develop a rich, golden undertone.
- Aromatic Infusion: Introduce minced garlic and stir briefly to release its fragrant essence, creating a robust flavor base for the soup.
- Vegetable Preparation: Add cubed potatoes and chicken stock, ensuring ingredients are fully submerged. Cover and simmer until potatoes become tender, then introduce broccoli florets and continue cooking until vegetables reach a perfect fork-tender consistency.
- Thickening Technique: Whisk cornstarch with whole milk until smooth, then gradually stream the mixture into the hot soup, stirring continuously to create a velvety, uniform texture without lumps.
- Cheese Transformation: Fold in shredded cheddar cheese, stirring constantly until completely melted and the soup develops a luxurious, creamy consistency that coats the palate.
- Final Refinement: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, ensuring a balanced flavor profile. Serve piping hot in warm bowls, inviting diners to savor the comforting, hearty essence of this broccoli potato cheese soup.
Notes
- Potato Precision: Cut potatoes uniformly into 1/2 inch cubes to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the soup.
- Cheese Melting Magic: Add cheese gradually and stir continuously to prevent clumping and achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Stock Success: Use warm chicken stock to help ingredients blend faster and maintain optimal cooking temperature.
- Thickness Tips: Whisk cornstarch and milk thoroughly before adding to prevent lumps and ensure a silky, professional soup texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 202
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 485 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 24 mg