Description
Hearty broccoli potato cheese chowder delivers comfort in a bowl, blending creamy potatoes with tender broccoli and melted cheese. Smooth, rich flavors invite you to savor each spoonful of this classic, soul-warming soup perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) broccoli florets, fresh or frozen
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and chopped into ½-inch cubes
- 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 cups chicken stock
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Thickeners:
- 1–2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup milk
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
Instructions
- Initiate the flavor foundation by gently melting butter in a spacious cooking vessel over moderate heat. Carefully introduce diced onions, allowing them to soften and release their aromatic essence for approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Enhance the vegetable medley by incorporating carrots, seasoning with salt and pepper. Stir consistently to ensure even cooking and develop a rich flavor profile. Quickly introduce minced garlic, letting it bloom and release its intense aroma for a brief 30-second interval.
- Carefully fold in chopped potatoes and pour chicken broth over the vegetable mixture. Create a sealed environment by covering the pot, allowing the ingredients to gently simmer and develop depth of flavor for about 8-10 minutes.
- Gracefully introduce broccoli florets into the simmering liquid, continuing to cook until both potatoes and broccoli reach a perfect tender consistency. This process typically requires an additional 7-9 minutes of gentle cooking.
- Prepare a smooth thickening agent by whisking cornstarch into milk until completely integrated. Slowly stream this mixture into the bubbling chowder, stirring continuously to prevent any potential lumping and ensure a silky smooth texture.
- Culminate the culinary creation by gradually incorporating shredded cheese. Maintain constant movement while cheese melts, creating a luxuriously creamy and harmonious consistency that brings all flavors together in a delightful finale.
Notes
- Capturing autumn’s warmth, this hearty chowder transforms simple ingredients into a comforting bowl of creamy goodness.
- Loaded with vibrant vegetables and rich cheese, each spoonful delivers a satisfying blend of textures and flavors.
- Perfect for chilly evenings, this recipe offers a nutritious and delicious meal that comes together in less than 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg