Description
This Crockpot Potato Broccoli Cheddar Soup is the perfect comfort food! Made with tender broccoli, shredded carrots, and a creamy, cheesy base, it’s the ultimate hearty and satisfying meal. Whether you’re serving it for lunch or dinner, this easy slow-cooked soup will warm you up and make your taste buds smile.
Ingredients
- 6 cups broccoli florets (from 2 heads)
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
Instructions
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Roughly chop the broccoli florets and place them in the bottom of the crockpot. Add the chopped onion, shredded carrots, cream cheese, and minced garlic.
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In a large bowl, whisk the chicken broth with nutmeg, salt, pepper, and cornstarch until smooth. Pour the mixture over the vegetables in the crockpot and stir to combine.
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Cover and cook on HIGH for 2-3 hours or on LOW for 6-7 hours, until the broccoli is tender. For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to blend the soup, leaving some chunks if preferred.
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Reduce the heat to LOW, then add the milk and shredded cheddar cheese. Cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the cheese has melted completely.
Notes
- For a Smoother Soup: You can use an immersion blender to blend the soup to your desired texture, or leave it chunky if you prefer.
- Vegetarian Option: Use vegetable broth in place of chicken broth to make the soup vegetarian-friendly.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop over low heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours on HIGH or 6-7 hours on LOW
- Category: Soup, Comfort Food
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Broccoli cheddar soup, crockpot soup, creamy soup, slow cooker, potato soup, cheesy soup