Description
Indulge in a bowl of creamy comfort with this easy Crockpot Broccoli Cheddar Soup recipe. Packed with fresh veggies, rich cheddar cheese, and a hint of nutmeg, this soup is a warm hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
Broccoli Cheddar Soup:
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (roughly chopped)
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups shredded carrots
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water)
- 2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In the crockpot, mix broccoli, onion, garlic, carrots, broth, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours.
- Puree Soup: Blend part of the soup for creaminess. Alternatively, blend half and return to the pot.
- Add Cream: Stir in cream and cornstarch slurry. Cook for 20–30 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Melt Cheese: Reduce heat, add cheddar gradually, and stir until smooth. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use milk or half-and-half instead of cream.
- Add crushed red pepper for heat.
- Enjoy with bread or in a bread bowl for extra comfort.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
