Yield: 4 Hearty Servings
Crockpot Broccoli Cheese Soup
This cozy and comforting Crockpot Broccoli Cheese Soup is a family favorite, and always on our dinner rotation! This is a super easy, dump-and-go crockpot recipe that requires very little prep.
Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped broccoli, about one large head of broccoli
- 3 cups chicken broth, or vegetable broth
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon celery salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
- 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch, optional for thickening
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Instructions
- Add broccoli, broth, onion, garlic, celery salt, onion powder, salt and pepper to a 6 or 7 quart crockpot. Stir and cover with the lid. Cook on low for 4 to 6 hours, or high 2 to 3 hours.
- When you are ready to serve, add the evaporated milk and cheese, stirring until cheese is melted.
- Optional slurry: if you like a thicker soup, whisk to combine 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water. Pour the slurry into the soup, stir well and cover with lid. Let the soup simmer for about 10 minutes, till thickened.
- Taste and season with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Serve warm topped with additional shredded cheese and bacon, if desired.
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Notes
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove top. Do not freeze. Creamy cheese based soups do not freeze well and will separate upon thawing.
Prepping Broccoli: You’ll want to chop the broccoli into small, bite-sized pieces, and make sure to scoop all of the little bits that fall off into the crockpot as well, for lots of broccoli flavor! You can also use the broccoli stalk – just peel off the tough outer layer with a potato peeler, and then chop the tender inside into small pieces.
Frozen Broccoli: You can use frozen broccoli in this recipe if you prefer. You do not need to thaw it, just add it straight from the freezer to the crockpot.
Evaporated Milk: You can substitute the evaporated milk for half & half or whole milk, but evaporated milk has less chance of curdling in the crockpot. It is also as creamy as half and half, but with fewer calories.
Pureed Soup: If you’d like a smooth soup, just blend it with your immersion blender. Alternatively, you can finely chop the broccoli, let it cook until tender, and then mash with a potato masher.
Add Heat: If you like spice, a little bit of cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes add a nice kick.
Nutrition
Calories: 534kcal, Carbohydrates: 17g, Protein: 31g, Fat: 39g, Saturated Fat: 22g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 8g, Cholesterol: 117mg, Sodium: 2588mg, Potassium: 465mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 1707IU, Vitamin C: 84mg, Calcium: 863mg, Iron: 1mg