Description
Hearty broccoli potato cheese soup brings comfort straight from grandma’s kitchen to your bowl. Creamy Wisconsin cheddar and tender vegetables meld into a soul-warming meal you’ll savor with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 medium potatoes
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups whole milk or heavy cream
Dairy and Thickening Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 small onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
- In a large pot, gently caramelize diced onions and minced garlic in melted butter over medium heat until translucent and fragrant, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add cubed potatoes and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 12-15 minutes until potatoes become tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Incorporate fresh broccoli florets into the simmering pot, cooking for an additional 4-5 minutes until vegetables are just soft but retain their vibrant green color.
- Create a silky roux in a separate small skillet by whisking flour and butter together until smooth and lightly golden, about 2 minutes.
- Gradually pour warm milk into the soup, then fold in the prepared roux, stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming and ensure a creamy consistency.
- Reduce heat to low and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese into the soup, stirring until completely melted and integrated, creating a rich and velvety texture.
- Season the soup with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a delicate pinch of nutmeg to enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Ladle the hot soup into serving bowls and garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley for added depth and visual appeal.
Notes
- Boost veggie content by adding extra broccoli florets or spinach for more nutrition and color.
- Customize the soup’s thickness by adjusting flour quantity or using cornstarch as a gluten-free alternative.
- Create a lighter version by substituting whole milk with low-fat milk or vegetable broth to reduce calories.
- Enhance protein levels by incorporating cooked chicken, bacon bits, or ham for a heartier meal option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg