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Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup

A creamy, rich broccoli cheddar soup made quickly and easily in the Instant Pot.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 4 cups broccoli florets fresh
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Immersion blender
  • Measuring cups
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Set Instant Pot to sauté and melt butter. Cook onion until soft, then add garlic.
  2. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Slowly whisk in broth, then add broccoli, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pressure cook on High for 5 minutes, then quick release.
  5. Blend soup partially using immersion blender.
  6. Stir in milk, cream, and cheddar cheese until smooth.

Notes

Use freshly shredded cheese for best texture.