Ingredients
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large potatoes, chopped into ½-inch cubes
- 16 ounces broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup milk
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a heavy-bottomed skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Sauté onion until soft (about 3 minutes), then add carrots along with salt and pepper; cook for another 3-4 minutes before adding garlic and cooking for an additional 30 seconds.
- Transfer the sautéed vegetables to a large pot. Add chopped potatoes and chicken stock; cover and bring to a simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in broccoli florets and continue simmering until both the broccoli and potatoes are tender (approximately another 10 minutes).
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with milk until smooth; gradually stir this mixture into the hot soup until thickened.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese to the pot, stirring until completely melted.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added creaminess, consider blending part of the soup using an immersion blender. Experiment with different cheeses like gouda or Monterey jack for varied flavors. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.
