Description
Crockpot Broccoli Cheese Soup is a delightful blend of fresh broccoli and creamy cheddar cheese, creating a warm, comforting dish that’s perfect for chilly nights. This easy-to-make soup fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas as it simmers, offering a rich and satisfying bowl of goodness. Whether enjoyed on family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is sure to please everyone’s palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp cornstarch (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and chop the broccoli into bite-sized pieces. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer sautéed onions and garlic to the crockpot. Add broccoli florets, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours until broccoli is tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- For a smoother texture, blend the soup with an immersion blender if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 60mg