Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Soup
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
4 hrs 30 mins
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Total Time
4 hrs 45 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
453 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Description
The recipe starts by layering diced onion, garlic, broccoli florets, grated carrot, and chopped celery in a slow cooker with butter, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and chicken broth. Cooking these ingredients on low or high heat for several hours allows the vegetables to soften and the flavors to develop fully.
Afterwards, a smooth mixture of heavy cream and cornstarch is stirred in to thicken the soup, followed by freshly grated sharp cheddar and gruyere cheese, which melt into the base creating a rich and creamy texture with a balance of sharpness and depth from the cheeses. The spices provide a subtle heat and aromatic flavor.
This soup is served warm and may be topped with additional shredded cheese for extra richness. It works well as a main course or a hearty starter and can be adjusted for seasoning to suit taste preferences.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 onion diced, small
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 3-4 cups broccoli no stems, chopped florets
- 1 cup carrot grated
- 1 cup celery chopped
- 3 cups chicken broth or veggie broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 teaspoons salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoons black pepper or to taste
- 2 cups cheddar cheese freshly grated, yellow, sharp
- 1 cup gruyere cheese freshly grated
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 3 cups heavy cream or light cream
Instructions
- In a 6qt or 8qt slow cooker add chopped onion, minced garlic, broccoli, carrot, celery, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and butter. Add the chicken broth and stir to combine. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 4-6 hours.
- In a large cup combine cream and cornstarch until smooth.
- Uncover soup and add the cornstarch mix. Stir to combine. Cover and cook for 20 minutes on high.
- Add the cheeses, salt, and pepper. Stir until the cheeses melt. Taste and adjust for salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve warm and top with additional shredded cheese if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 453 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 453kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 1699mg | 71% |
| Potassium | 592mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 5065IU | 101% |
| Vitamin C | 52mg | 58% |
| Calcium | 686mg | 69% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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