Description
Crockpot Broccoli Cheese Soup is your ultimate comfort food, ideal for chilly evenings. This creamy, rich soup combines fresh broccoli and sharp cheddar cheese to create a delightful dish that warms you from the inside out. With minimal prep, simply set your slow cooker and let the flavors meld while you unwind. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this cheesy goodness is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and chop the broccoli into small florets, dice the onion, and mince the garlic.
- In the crockpot, combine the broccoli, onion, garlic, vegetable broth, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours until the broccoli is tender.
- Blend the soup to your desired consistency using an immersion blender or by transferring it in batches to a regular blender.
- Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and combined.
- Serve warm in bowls; garnish with extra cheese or croutons if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 75mg