Description
Loaded Broccoli Cheese Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly days and cozy gatherings. This creamy soup combines fresh broccoli, fluffy russet potatoes, and sharp cheddar cheese into a delightful dish that warms your soul with every spoonful. Easy to prepare, it’s not only delicious but also brings back fond memories of family cooking traditions. Whether served as a hearty meal or an appetizer, this soup guarantees rich flavors that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 4 medium russet potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the broccoli and dicing the potatoes.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil, sauté the chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic for another minute.
- Add diced potatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender (about 10 minutes).
- Stir in broccoli florets and heavy cream; simmer for an additional 5 minutes until broccoli is bright green.
- Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese while stirring until melted and creamy (about 2 minutes).
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or croutons if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 60mg