Hearty Loaded Broccoli Cheese Potato Soup
Warm up with this Hearty Loaded Broccoli Cheese Potato Soup—a creamy, rich blend of tender potatoes, vibrant broccoli, and sharp cheddar cheese. Perfect for chilly evenings, this comforting soup is easy to make and customizable, making it a delightful addition to weeknight dinners or gatherings. Each bowl serves up nostalgia and satisfaction, bringing a hug in liquid form that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 medium russet potatoes (about 1 pound), diced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Wash and chop broccoli and potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Add Potatoes: Stir in diced potatoes and pour in vegetable or chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Introduce Broccoli: Add broccoli florets and cook for an additional 5 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
- Blend (Optional): For creaminess, blend part of the soup using an immersion blender or regular blender before returning it to the pot.
- Stir in Cream and Cheese: Lower heat, mix in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 60mg