Description
This Creamy Vegetable Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly nights — rich, cheesy, and loaded with wholesome veggies. Made with broccoli, carrots, potatoes, and sharp cheddar, this one-pot soup is hearty, satisfying, and ready in under an hour. Whether you’re cooking for family or cozying up solo, each spoonful delivers warmth, flavor, and pure comfort.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons (28 g) butter
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1 yellow onion, diced
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10 cloves garlic, minced
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1 lb (450 g) carrots, peeled and diced
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2 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced (approx. 700 g)
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32 oz (950 mL) vegetable broth
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2 cups (180 g) finely diced broccoli florets
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8 oz (225 g) yellow sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
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2 cups (480 mL) milk
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2 tablespoons (16 g) all-purpose flour
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Salt, to taste
Instructions
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Melt & Sauté:
Melt butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté for 7–10 minutes until soft and fragrant. -
Add Carrots:
Stir in diced carrots and cook for 5 minutes to enhance their sweetness. -
Simmer the Base:
Add potatoes and pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 10–12 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender. -
Thicken the Soup:
In a small bowl, whisk milk and flour until smooth. Gradually pour into the pot, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. -
Add Broccoli:
Stir in broccoli florets and simmer 10–15 minutes until tender. -
Get Cheesy:
Add grated cheddar cheese and stir until melted and creamy. Season with salt to taste. -
Serve:
Ladle into bowls, top with extra cheese or cracked black pepper, and enjoy with crusty bread.
Notes
Grate your own cheese for smoother melting.
Customize with cauliflower, zucchini, or spinach.
For extra richness, add a splash of cream before serving.
Use an immersion blender for a smoother texture (optional).
Adjust thickness by simmering longer or adding more broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American