Description
Crockpot Potato Broccoli Cheddar Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly days. This creamy, cheesy soup blends tender potatoes and fresh broccoli, offering a delightful harmony of flavors that warms your heart and nourishes your body. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, this dish is effortless to prepare in your slow cooker, making it a go-to recipe for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 4 cups)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
Instructions
- Prepare vegetables by peeling and dicing the potatoes. Chop broccoli into bite-sized florets and mince garlic and onion.
- In the crockpot, combine cubed potatoes, chopped broccoli, minced garlic, diced onion, and vegetable broth until covered. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in softened cream cheese until melted. Gradually mix in grated cheddar cheese until fully incorporated.
- For a creamier texture, use an immersion blender or carefully blend portions in a traditional blender.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve hot with extra cheddar or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours on low
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg