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Crockpot Potato Broccoli Cheddar Soup

This comforting and creamy Crockpot Potato Broccoli Cheddar Soup is packed with hearty potatoes, fresh broccoli, and loaded with rich cheddar cheese. It's the perfect dish for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend meal. The slow cooker does all the work, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Crockpot
  • 1 Chopping knife
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Measuring cups
  • 1 Measuring spoons
  • 1 Ladle

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced About 600g.
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets About 400g.
  • 1 medium onion, diced About 150g.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth About 950ml.
  • 1 cup heavy cream About 240ml.
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese About 200g.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika Optional.

Instructions
 

  • Start by preparing all your ingredients. Peel and dice the potatoes, chop the broccoli into florets, dice the onion, and mince the garlic.
  • In the crockpot, combine the diced potatoes, broccoli florets, onion, garlic, vegetable broth, salt, black pepper, and paprika (if using). Stir to combine.
  • Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low for 6 hours or until the potatoes and broccoli are tender.
  • Once cooked, use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth, or carefully transfer to a blender in batches (be cautious with hot liquids).
  • Return the blended soup to the crockpot (if using a blender) and stir in the heavy cream. Let it warm through for an additional 15 minutes.
  • Gradually add in the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until fully melted and combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  • Serve the soup hot, garnished with additional cheese, croutons, or chopped green onions if desired.

Notes

For a lighter version, you can substitute half of the heavy cream with low-fat milk.
Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots or celery for extra flavor and nutrition.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove or microwave before serving.