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A pot of creamy vegetable chowder with broccoli, carrots, and potatoes, served with a ladle and a side of shredded cheddar cheese.

Vegetable Chowder

Jennifer Allen
This creamy vegetable chowder is the perfect blend of tender vegetables and rich, velvety broth, topped with melted cheddar for a comforting finish. It’s the ideal dish for cozy dinners, chilly afternoons, or when you’re craving something warm and filling. Easy to make and satisfying, this chowder will quickly become a family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 285 kcal

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Large saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups diced peeled potatoes
  • 1 1/4 cups broccoli florets
  • ½ cup grated onion
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 2 celery ribs diced
  • 1 1/3 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 6 tablespoons butter cubed
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Add diced potatoes, broccoli, onion, carrots, celery, broth, and water to a Dutch oven. Simmer for 10 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  • In a separate saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour to form a paste. Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Whisk in milk, salt, and pepper, and bring to a gentle boil. Cook for 2 minutes until thickened.
  • Combine the milk mixture with the vegetables and simmer for another 10 minutes. Adjust the seasonings and thin with broth if it's too thick.
  • Top with shredded cheddar cheese and serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add crumbled bacon or fresh herbs as a topping. You can also freeze the soup for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5cupsCalories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 49mgSodium: 709mgPotassium: 505mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 4377IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 203mgIron: 1mg

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