Instant Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup
Servings: 8 Servings
Ingredients
Soup
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup white onion diced
- Salt and pepper
- 2 garlic cloves minced or pressed
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup carrots shredded or matchstick
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded off the block
Slurry
- ¼ cup cold water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Turn on the Instant Pot using the “saute” function. Wait for the stainless steel liner to get hot, then add the butter, onions, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the onions begin to soften, then add the garlic. Cook for an additional 30 seconds, then turn off the saute function by pressing the “cancel” button.2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 cup white onion, 2 garlic cloves
- Add broccoli, carrots, and chicken broth. Close the lid and ensure the valve is set to “sealing.” Press the manual (pressure cook) button, and adjust the time to 4 minutes. While the soup cooks, combine the water and cornstarch to form a slurry and set aside.4 cups broccoli florets, 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, 1 cup carrots, ¼ cup cold water, 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- After the time is up, open the valve for a quick release of pressure. Turn on the saute function again.
- Add the heavy cream, and cheese a little bit at a time, whisking in between to ensure it melts without sticking to the bottom. After all the cheese is added, slowly pour in the slurry, and continue to whisk until the desired thickness is reached. Press “cancel” on the Instant Pot, and serve hot.2 cups heavy cream, 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients and a serving size of about 1 cup of the broccoli cheese soup. Additionally, the calorie count does NOT include the extra shredded cheddar cheese seen in the photos as a garnish. Actual calories will vary.
Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup
Serving Size
1 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
439
% Daily Value*
Fat
39
g
60
%
Saturated Fat
24
g
120
%
Trans Fat
0.1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
9
g
Cholesterol
118
mg
39
%
Sodium
561
mg
23
%
Potassium
328
mg
9
%
Carbohydrates
11
g
4
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
5
g
6
%
Protein
14
g
28
%
Vitamin A
4345
IU
87
%
Vitamin C
44
mg
53
%
Calcium
375
mg
38
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
