Description
Instant Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup is a delightful blend of creamy sharp cheddar and fresh broccoli, perfect for warming your soul on chilly evenings. This quick and easy recipe comes together in no time, making it an ideal comfort food that the whole family will love. With its vibrant green color and rich flavors, it’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings everyone together. Serve it with crusty bread or croutons for added texture, and enjoy every comforting spoonful!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Set your Instant Pot to 'Sauté'. Add olive oil and chopped onion. Sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant. Add broccoli florets and toss to coat.
- Pour in vegetable broth and season with salt and pepper; stir to combine.
- Secure the lid and set to 'Manual' mode on high pressure for 5 minutes. Ensure the valve is sealed.
- Once cooking is complete, carefully release pressure. Blend until smooth using an immersion blender.
- Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar gradually until melted. Adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 75mg