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Broccoli Cheddar Potato Soup

Broccoli Cheddar Potato Soup
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This Broccoli Cheddar Potato Soup is creamy, cheesy, and packed with veggies—perfect comfort food for cold nights. It’s easy to make, customizable, and sure to be a crowd-pleaser for family dinners or cozy lunches.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced (Yukon Gold or russet recommended)
  • 3 cups broccoli florets, chopped (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 2 cups milk (whole, half-and-half, or plant-based alternative)
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Peel and dice potatoes (about 4 cups). Chop broccoli into small florets. Dice onion and carrots. Mince garlic.
  2. In a large soup pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and carrots with a pinch of salt; cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Sprinkle flour over the veggies and whisk for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
  4. Slowly pour in broth, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Add diced potatoes. Cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes, until just fork-tender.
  6. Stir in chopped broccoli. Simmer another 6-8 minutes, until broccoli is bright green and tender.
  7. Stir in milk or half-and-half. Warm gently—do not boil. For a smoother soup, mash some potatoes or blend with an immersion blender.
  8. Remove pot from heat. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese a handful at a time until melted. Add nutmeg, salt, and pepper to taste.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning or consistency as needed. Serve hot, garnished with extra cheddar or chives if desired.

Notes

Grate your own cheese for best melting. Use gluten-free flour for GF option and plant-based milk/cheese for vegan. Chop veggies small for even cooking. Soup is even better the next day and freezes well. Keep heat low after adding dairy to prevent curdling.

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