Description
A comforting and creamy potato broccoli cheddar soup made easily in a crockpot, perfect for cozy family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp thyme or other fresh herbs
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Peel and dice the potatoes, cut the broccoli into florets, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
- Combine ingredients in the crockpot: Layer the potatoes, broccoli, onion, and garlic in the crockpot. Pour the broth over the vegetables.
- Add seasonings: Sprinkle in salt, pepper, and thyme, stirring gently.
- Set the slow cooker: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Blend the soup (optional): Use an immersion blender for a smoother consistency if desired.
- Stir in cheese and cream: Add cheddar cheese and milk or cream, stirring until the cheese is melted.
- Taste and adjust: Adjust seasonings as necessary.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs or additional cheese.
Notes
For a vegan option, substitute cheese with nutritional yeast and use dairy-free milk. Sweet potatoes can replace regular potatoes for added sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: soup, comfort food, broccoli cheddar, crockpot, easy recipe