Description
A comforting soup made with potatoes, broccoli, and sharp cheddar cheese, perfect for cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil)
- 1 cup milk or cream (or unsweetened almond milk)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Wash and peel potatoes, chop them into 1-inch cubes, rinse broccoli, and break into small florets. Dice onion and mince garlic.
- Sauté the onion and garlic in butter for enhanced flavor (optional).
- Combine the cubed potatoes and broccoli in the crockpot, followed by the sautéed onion and garlic. Add the broth and stir.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Add shredded cheese about 30 minutes before serving, stirring to melt evenly.
- Blend a portion for a creamier texture, if desired.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
- Serve in bowls and enjoy with a sprinkle of cheese or hot sauce.
Notes
For a lighter version, use low-fat milk or reduced-fat cheese options. Great with side salads or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: crockpot soup, potato soup, broccoli cheddar soup, comfort food