Easy Broccoli Cheese Potato Soup
Creamy, cozy potato soup loaded with tender broccoli and melty cheddar. A quick stovetop favorite for weeknights.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 0.5 cup diced carrot adds color and sweetness
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour for thickening
- 4 cup low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1.5 lb russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cup chopped broccoli florets
- 2 cup whole milk room temperature if possible
- 0.5 cup half-and-half for extra creaminess
- 3 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese freshly grated melts best
- 0.5 tsp Dijon mustard boosts cheesy flavor
- 0.5 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1.5 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
- 0.75 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 tsp smoked paprika optional
- 2 tbsp chopped chives for garnish, optional
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onion and carrot until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Sprinkle in flour and cook, stirring, 1 to 2 minutes to form a roux.
- Whisk in broth gradually until smooth.
- Add potatoes. Simmer gently, uncovered, until just tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Stir in broccoli and cook until bright and tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
- Lower heat. Stir in milk and half-and-half; do not boil.
- Season with salt, pepper, Dijon, Worcestershire, and paprika.
- Fold in cheddar by handfuls until melted and smooth.
- Lightly mash a few potatoes or blend briefly for a creamier texture, if desired.
- Serve hot. Garnish with chives and extra cheddar if you like.
Notes
Variation: Stir in crisp bacon or a pinch of cayenne for heat. For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth. For a lighter soup, swap half-and-half with additional milk.
Storage: Cool completely, then refrigerate up to 4 days. Reheat gently on low, adding a splash of milk if thick. Avoid boiling after cheese is added.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Broccoli Cheese Potato Soup flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.