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Broccoli Potato Soup

Broccoli Potato Soup is a comforting and wholesome dish that blends tender broccoli florets, creamy potatoes, and savory seasonings into a satisfying bowl of warmth. It’s a quick and budget-friendly option that’s perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
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Equipment

  • - Large pot or Dutch oven
  • - Cutting board and knife
  • - Wooden spoon or spatula
  • - Blender or immersion blender (optional)
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • - 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • - 1 small onion diced
  • - 2 cloves garlic minced (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • - 3 cups chopped broccoli florets fresh or thawed from frozen
  • - 2 medium potatoes peeled and diced (about 2 cups)
  • - 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth plus more as needed
  • - 1/2 to 1 cup milk or cream optional, adjust to desired creaminess
  • - 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • - Optional toppings: shredded cheese croutons, bacon bits, chopped chives

Instructions
 

  • **Sauté aromatics**
  • - In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, melt the butter or warm the oil.
  • - Add diced onion and sauté for about 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  • **Add veggies and broth**
  • - Stir in the chopped broccoli and diced potatoes.
  • - Pour in the broth, adding enough to fully cover the vegetables. Season with salt and pepper.
  • - Increase the heat and bring to a gentle boil.
  • **Simmer until tender**
  • - Reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for about 15–20 minutes, or until the broccoli and potatoes are fork-tender.
  • **Blend (optional)**
  • - For a chunky soup, leave the vegetables as is.
  • - For a creamier texture, use an immersion blender directly in the pot or transfer the soup in batches to a blender. Blend until you reach your preferred consistency.
  • **Add milk or cream**
  • - Return the soup to the pot (if using a blender). Stir in milk or cream if desired, heating gently without boiling. Adjust seasonings with more salt, pepper, or spices like paprika or nutmeg.
  • **Serve**
  • - Ladle the soup into bowls. Top with shredded cheese, croutons, bacon bits, or chopped chives if you like. Serve warm.