Potato And Broccoli Soup

Potato broccoli soup is a hearty, thick, cheesy and creamy which is the very reason why it will scintillate your taste buds and warm your soul, all at the same time.

Prepare this soup for an easy and quick weekday dinner. Everyone will savor the taste and enjoy it. Just make a batch and store it in your storage container, so you can have a cup when you feel like.

Health Benefits

1. Potatoes are one of the world’s most versatile vegetables. They are excellent source of vitamin C, B6, potassium, fiber and iron which strengthens the bones.
2. Broccoli is a healthy edible green plant that belongs to the cabbage family. The flowering head is eaten as vegetables and it is a source of protein, vitamin E, thiamin, riboflavin, iron, magnesium, phosphorous, Vitamin A, C, K, and B6. It also contains folate and dietary fiber which helps in maintaining healthy weight.
3. The cheese is derived from milk; it hosts nutrients like calcium, protein, phosphorus, zinc, vitamin A for good eyesight and vitamin B12. The high quality of protein in cheese helps in body building and repairing worn out body tissues. Down with the cold? Pack some healthy soup to have on the go and give your body much-needed nourishment.

Ingredients

Butter: 1 tbsp

medium yellow onion, chopped: 1

large potatoes, peeled and cubed: 3

cups chicken broth: 4

salt: 1/2 tsp

cup schopped broccoli: 6

cup whole milk: 3

cups shredded cheese: 3

flour: 2 tbsp

black pepper: 1 tsp

How To Make Potato And Broccoli Soup

1. Melt the butter in large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and cook for 5minutes, until it is tender.
2. Add the potatoes, chicken broth, and salt. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 8minutes until it is tender.
3. Puree the potatoes and broth to the level of consistency you want it to have. Return to the pan.
4. Add the broccoli and milk and return to a boil.
5. Reduce heat and simmer for 6 minutes until broccoli is tender.
6. Toss the cheese with the flour. Add to the soup in batches, stirring well after each addition.
7. Season the soup with pepper and additional salt, as needed.

Trivia

1. Do you know that there is a song titled “broccoli” it is sung by English pop stick band Mcfly.