Description
Comfort meets indulgence in this creamy loaded broccoli potato soup, blending hearty vegetables with rich, velvety textures. Cheese, bacon, and green onions elevate this soul-warming dish, promising to satisfy and delight you with each spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 small heads of broccoli, finely diced
- 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices of bacon, cooked and chopped
- 2 cans (14.5 ounces / 414 grams each) low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 3 large carrots, diced
Dairy and Thickening Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 1/2 cups milk
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic pepper
Instructions
- Pour broth into a spacious cooking vessel, introducing cubed potatoes and diced carrots. Gently simmer until vegetables become fork-tender and easily pierced, approximately 12-14 minutes.
- Simultaneously, prepare broccoli in a separate steaming apparatus, cooking until vibrant emerald and soft. Reserve the verdant florets to the side.
- Initiate a delicate roux by melting butter in a skillet over moderate temperature. Gracefully incorporate flour, whisking until achieving a smooth, lump-free consistency.
- Gradually introduce milk to the flour mixture, stirring continuously to create a velvety white sauce that thickens and develops a luxurious texture.
- Merge the creamy sauce with the already simmering broth and vegetable foundation. Delicately fold in the steamed broccoli, allowing flavors to harmonize during a gentle 7-8 minute simmer.
- Introduce shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until completely dissolved and creating a rich, uniform consistency. Season thoughtfully with salt and garlic pepper to elevate the soup’s flavor profile.
- Transfer the soup to serving bowls, adorning with crispy bacon fragments and an additional sprinkle of cheese for those desiring extra indulgence. Serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Customize the soup’s consistency by adjusting milk or broth quantity for thicker or thinner texture.
- Roast broccoli beforehand to enhance its nutty flavor and add depth to the soup’s profile.
- Opt for vegetarian version by replacing bacon with crispy mushroom or tofu crumbles for protein boost.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium broth and controlling added salt during cooking process.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg