Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 large white potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 cups chicken broth (use vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 6 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cups whole milk
- 3 cups shredded medium cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Sauté onions: Melt the butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Cook potatoes: Add the cubed potatoes, chicken broth, and kosher salt to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to maintain a rolling simmer. Cook the potatoes for about 8 minutes until they are soft and can easily be pierced with a fork.
- Blend potatoes: Use an immersion blender to partially puree the potatoes and broth until your desired consistency is reached, leaving some chunks intact for texture. Alternatively, mash with a potato masher.
- Add broccoli and milk: Stir in the broccoli florets and whole milk, bringing the soup back to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes until the broccoli is tender but still al dente.
- Incorporate cheese: Toss shredded cheddar cheese with flour to help with melting and thickness. Add the cheese to the soup in batches of about 1 cup, stirring continuously until fully melted before adding the next. This step thickens the soup and enriches the flavor.
- Season and serve: Finish by seasoning with freshly ground black pepper and additional salt to taste. Stir well and serve the soup hot for a delicious, comforting meal.
Notes
- Use vegetable broth to make the recipe vegetarian-friendly.
- For a creamier soup, use an immersion blender to blend more of the potatoes and broccoli.
- Adjust seasoning at the end to avoid over-salting, especially if your broth is already salted.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- Optional toppings include extra shredded cheese, crispy bacon bits, or chopped green onions for added texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
