This hearty Potato-Broccoli Cheese Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. It combines tender potatoes and fresh broccoli with a rich, velvety cheese sauce for a satisfying meal that feels like a warm hug. The blend of sharp cheddar and mild milk creates a smooth, luxurious texture, while the vegetables provide a nutritious crunch. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, this soup is simple to make from scratch using pantry staples. It’s light enough for a healthy lunch yet filling enough to stand alone as a main course. Serve with crusty bread for dipping, and watch it disappear in minutes. A family favorite that delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Potato-Broccoli Cheese Soup
Description
This hearty Potato-Broccoli Cheese Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. It combines tender potatoes and fresh broccoli with a rich, velvety cheese sauce for a satisfying meal that feels like a warm hug. The blend of sharp cheddar and mild milk creates a smooth, luxurious texture, while the vegetables provide a nutritious crunch. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, this soup is simple to make from scratch using pantry staples. It&# 226;ÂÂs light enough for a healthy lunch yet filling enough to stand alone as a main course. Serve with crusty bread for dipping, and watch it disappear in minutes. A family favorite that delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort.Ingredients
Directions
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Coat a large saucepan with cooking spray and place over medium heat until hot.
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Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
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Add the cubed potatoes, milk, and chicken broth to the pan.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then partially cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
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Carefully remove 1 cup of the potato mixture and set it aside in a bowl.
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Transfer the remaining potato mixture to a blender and process until completely smooth.
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Return the pureed potato mixture to the saucepan.
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Stir in the chopped broccoli, salt, and pepper.
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Partially cover and cook over medium heat for 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until broccoli is tender-crisp.
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Stir in the reserved chunky potato mixture and cook for 1 minute to heat through.
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Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1629.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 92.3g142%
- Saturated Fat 43.5g218%
- Cholesterol 453.2mg152%
- Sodium 2508.8mg105%
- Total Carbohydrate 42.5g15%
- Dietary Fiber 6.5g26%
- Sugars 10.4g
- Protein 139.4g279%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.