🥦🥔 Broccoli, Potato & Cheddar Soup — Creamy, Cozy, and Loaded With Flavor
If you’re craving a bowl of pure comfort that feels like a warm hug on a cold day, this Broccoli, Potato & Cheddar Soup is exactly what you need. It’s creamy, cheesy, hearty, and so satisfying you’ll want to make a double batch. This soup brings together tender potatoes, fresh broccoli, rich cheddar cheese, and aromatic herbs to create a dish that’s not just delicious — it’s a flavor-packed meal that everyone loves.
Whether you’re planning a simple weeknight dinner, prepping for lunches, or looking for a comforting recipe to feed a crowd, this soup checks every box. It’s budget-friendly, easy to customize, and made with everyday ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. And the best part? It tastes even better the next day.
⭐ Why This Broccoli, Potato & Cheddar Soup Is So Good
Ultra creamy without needing heavy cream (unless you want extra richness!)
Kid-friendly — even picky eaters love it
Ready in under 40 minutes
Perfect for meal prep — reheats beautifully
Affordable comfort food
Packs in veggies while still feeling indulgent
This is the kind of soup that fills your home with the coziest aroma… buttery onions, simmering potatoes, melting cheddar… it’s comfort in a pot.
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need
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For the Soup:
2 tbsp butter or olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
3 medium potatoes, peeled & cubed
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup milk or cream
1 ½ to 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp mustard powder (optional but amazing)
Salt & black pepper to taste
Pinch of nutmeg (optional, but adds depth)
For Garnish:
Extra cheddar
Croutons
Chopped chives or green onions
🍲 How to Make the Creamiest Broccoli, Potato & Cheddar Soup
- Sauté your aromatics
Heat butter in a large pot. Add the onion and cook until soft and fragrant. Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds.
- Add potatoes & broth
Add diced potatoes, paprika, mustard powder, salt, and pepper. Pour in the broth and simmer for 10–15 minutes until the potatoes begin to soften.
- Add broccoli
Stir in the broccoli and continue cooking until everything is tender. The veggies should be soft enough to mash with a spoon.
- Blend (optional)
For a silky, velvety texture, blend half or all of the soup.
For a chunkier soup, leave it as is — totally your call.
- Add milk & cheddar
Reduce heat to low and stir in the milk or cream.
Slowly add the cheddar a handful at a time, mixing until melted and smooth.
Do NOT boil after adding cheese — it can separate.
- Taste & adjust
Add more salt, pepper, nutmeg, or cheddar if you want it richer.
💡 Tips for the BEST Results
Use sharp cheddar for maximum flavor
Add cheese slowly to keep the soup creamy
If it’s too thick: add broth or milk
If it’s too thin: simmer uncovered to reduce
Frozen broccoli works perfectly — no need to thaw
🍽️ What to Serve With This Soup
This soup pairs beautifully with:
Crusty garlic bread
Toasted sandwiches
Warm biscuits
Side salad
Grilled cheese (the ultimate combo)
❄️ How to Store & Reheat
Refrigerate up to 4 days
Freeze up to 2 months (blend fully for best freezing)
Reheat gently on the stove — add a splash of milk if it thickens
❤️ Final Thoughts
This Broccoli, Potato & Cheddar Soup is one of those recipes you keep forever — simple, cozy, fuss-free, and incredibly delicious. It’s perfect for cold nights, busy nights, or anytime you want a bowl of homemade comfort that tastes better than anything you could order.
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