Creamy Broccoli and Cheese Soup
A cozy, velvety soup loaded with fresh broccoli and sharp cheddar cheese. Potatoes add natural creaminess and body without needing heavy cream. Comforting and rich, yet packed with veggies. Perfect for dunking crusty bread on a cold day. A family favorite that’s easy to make in one pot.
Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Temp
Simmer
Difficulty
beginner
Servings
1
Cost
$10
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 count garlic cloves
- 1 lb fresh broccoli
- 1 medium russet potato
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 1 tbsp chives
Instructions
- 1
Sauté onion and garlic in butter.
- 2
Add broccoli stalks, potato, broth; simmer 20 mins.
- 3
Add florets and cook until tender.
- 4
Blend portion of soup.
- 5
Stir in cheese until melted.
- 6
Serve with sour cream and chives.