✨ A Short, Perfect Introduction
This Crock Pot Potato Broccoli Cheddar Soup is everything you want in a bowl: warm, velvety, cheesy, and loaded with hearty vegetables. 🧀🥔 Let your slow cooker do the work while your kitchen fills with rich, comforting aromas — the perfect meal for chilly days, lazy Sundays, or weeknight dinners.
📋 Prep Time: 15 minutes
❄️ Chill Time: None
⏱️ Total Time: 6–8 hours
🍽️ Servings: 6
🔥 Calories per Serving: 340 kcal
🛒 Ingredients
- 🥔 4 cups diced potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet)
- 🥦 3 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 🧅 1 small onion, diced
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 🥣 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 🧈 2 tbsp butter
- 🥄 1 tsp salt
- 🧂 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 🍶 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 🧀 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 🌿 Optional: 1/4 tsp dried thyme or paprika for extra flavor
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Add to Crock Pot:
Place potatoes 🥔, broccoli 🥦, onion 🧅, garlic 🧄, broth 🥣, butter 🧈, salt 🥄, and pepper 🧂 into the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
2️⃣ Cook Low & Slow:
Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours — until the potatoes and broccoli are very tender. 🕒
3️⃣ Blend (Optional):
For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup right in the pot. Or mash gently with a potato masher.
4️⃣ Finish Creamy & Cheesy:
Stir in heavy cream 🍶 and shredded cheddar 🧀. Cover and cook for another 10–15 minutes, until the cheese is fully melted and the soup is creamy.
5️⃣ Serve Warm:
Ladle into bowls and garnish with extra cheese, a dollop of sour cream, or crispy bacon bits if desired! 🥓🧀
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Cheesy, cozy, and ultra-satisfying 🧀💛
- Totally hands-off — your slow cooker does the magic! 🍲
- Great for leftovers and meal prep ❄️
- Kid-approved and family-friendly 👨👩👧👦
🔥 Helpful Tips
- Cut veggies evenly for consistent cooking 🌿
- Use sharp cheddar for bold flavor — don’t skimp! 🧀
- Add a pinch of cayenne for a little heat 🔥
- This soup thickens as it cools — add a splash of broth when reheating for the perfect texture!
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