Easiest Cheesy Veggie Soup
Warm up with a bowl of the Easiest Cheesy Veggie Soup, a comforting and hearty recipe that’s packed with vibrant vegetables, creamy cheese, and rich flavors—all coming together in just 45 minutes. Featuring a base of buttery sautéed onions, garlic, and classic mirepoix, this soup combines wholesome ingredients like tender broccoli, carrots, celery, and potato with a luxurious blend of melted cheddar and cream cheese. Whether partially blended for a velvety texture or left chunky for a rustic feel, this versatile recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Pair it with crusty bread or a sprinkle of croutons for a satisfying, family-friendly meal that will have everyone asking for seconds. Simple, cheesy, and soul-warming, it’s the ultimate comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 pieces celery stalks, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 large russet potato, peeled and cubed
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic, cooking for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced carrots, celery, and broccoli florets. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in the vegetable broth and add the cubed potato. Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15 minutes or until the potato is tender.
Stir in the milk, shredded cheddar cheese, and cream cheese. Mix until the cheeses are fully melted and the soup becomes creamy.
Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup if you prefer a smoother texture, leaving some chunks for added variety.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve hot with additional shredded cheese, croutons, or a side of crusty bread, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2497 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.6 g | 198% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.9 g | 465% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 477 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 6987 mg | 304% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.8 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.4 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.5 g | ||
| Protein | 112.7 g | 225% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 2721 mg | 209% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 4674 mg | 99% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
