Slow Cooker Cheesy Broccoli Potato Soup
Slow Cooker Cheesy Broccoli Potato Soup is a comforting and creamy dish that combines fresh broccoli, fluffy potatoes, and rich cheddar cheese. Perfect for chilly nights or busy weeknights, this simple recipe brings warmth and nostalgia to your dining table. With its delightful flavors and easy preparation in a slow cooker, it’s a family favorite that will have everyone asking for seconds. Indulge in this heartwarming bowl of goodness that nourishes both body and soul.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups chopped fresh broccoli
- 3 medium russet potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and chop the broccoli into bite-sized florets and dice the potatoes into small cubes.
- Sauté the diced onion over medium heat until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic for the last minute.
- In a slow cooker, combine sautéed onions and garlic with broccoli, potatoes, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Stir in cream cheese until melted completely; then add shredded cheddar cheese until fully incorporated.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like extra cheese or croutons.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg