Description
A comforting and hearty Cheesy Vegetable Chowder recipe that combines a variety of vegetables in a rich and creamy cheddar base. Perfect for a cozy night in or to feed a crowd.
Ingredients
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Vegetable Mix:
- 5 tbsp butter (divided)
- 3 large carrots (chopped)
- 3 stalks celery (chopped)
- 1 yellow onion (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 russet potatoes (peeled and cut into 1/2–3/4 inch cubes)
- 1 celery root (peeled and cut into 1/4 inch cubes)
- 2 medium heads broccoli (chopped into florets)
- 1 small head cauliflower (chopped into florets)
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- pinch paprika
- pinch cayenne pepper
Cheese Sauce:
- 6 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 cup milk (1%, 2%, or whole)
- 1/2 cup half and half
- 2 cup medium cheddar cheese (OR sharp cheddar cheese)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Sauté carrots, celery, onion for 4 minutes, then add garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Cook Broth and Veggies: Add chicken broth, potatoes, celery root, thyme, salt, pepper, paprika, and cayenne. Simmer covered for 15 minutes. Add broccoli and cauliflower, cook for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Prepare Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, melt remaining butter, stir in flour and cook for a minute. Slowly whisk in milk, bring to a gentle boil. Add half & half, then remove from heat.
- Combine and Serve: Pour cheese sauce into the soup, stir to combine. Gradually add cheddar cheese, stirring until smooth. Serve hot.
Notes
- This chowder can be topped with crispy bacon or croutons for added texture.
- Adjust the spice levels by increasing or decreasing the cayenne pepper to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup, Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cheesy Vegetable Chowder, Vegetable Chowder Recipe, Cheddar Cheese Soup
