Description
Indulge in this comforting and hearty One Pot Broccoli Cheddar and Dumplings recipe that combines the richness of cheddar cheese with tender broccoli and fluffy dumplings in a single pot.
Ingredients
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Main Soup:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups broccoli florets, chopped small
- 1 medium carrot, shredded
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (optional, for thickening)
For the Dumplings:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Main Soup: In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened. Stir in garlic, then add broccoli, carrot, broth, milk, salt, pepper, and paprika. Simmer covered for 10 minutes. Stir in cheddar until melted. For a thicker base, add cornstarch slurry and simmer for additional 2–3 minutes.
- For the Dumplings: Whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder in a bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Stir in milk to form a dough. Drop spoonfuls into the simmering soup. Cover and cook for 12–15 minutes without lifting the lid. Stir gently before serving warm.
Notes
- Enhance flavor with Dijon mustard or hot sauce.
- For creamier texture, blend part of the soup before adding dumplings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
