Creamy Vegetable Cheddar Soup (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1–2 tablespoons butter
02 - 1 onion, diced
03 - 2 medium carrots, diced
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 4 cups chicken stock
06 - 1/4 cup cornstarch
07 - 1 cup milk
08 - 2 large potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch cubes
09 - 16 ounces broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
10 - 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

# Instructions:

01 - Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onion until beginning to soften, about 3 minutes. Add carrots, salt, and pepper, and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds
02 - Add potatoes and chicken broth. Cover and bring to a simmer. Simmer for about 10 minutes
03 - Add broccoli and continue simmering until the broccoli and potatoes are tender—about 10 minutes. Potatoes should be fork-tender
04 - In a small bowl, stir cornstarch into milk until smooth. Then, stir into the hot soup
05 - Add in the cheese and stir until melted
06 - Serve and enjoy!

# Notes:

01 - Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth for a vegetarian option
02 - Feel free to use your favorite type of cheese
03 - If soup is too thick, add more milk or broth; if too thin, simmer longer
04 - Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 3 days