Easy Cheesy Potato Broccoli Soup
This comforting soup features potatoes and broccoli in a creamy, cheesy base.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
- 1.5 lbs potatoes peeled and diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth low sodium recommended
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream for creaminess
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
- 0.5 tsp black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced potatoes and sauté for about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Add the broccoli, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Cook until the cheese melts and the soup is creamy.
- Blend the soup with an immersion blender until smooth, if desired. Serve warm with additional cheese on top.
Notes
This soup pairs wonderfully with crusty bread and can be garnished with fresh herbs for added flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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