Creamy Broccoli Soup

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Cooking Method: Blending, Simmering

Cuisine: Contemporary Western

Courses: Appetizer, Soups

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 4

Estimated Cost: 2

Calories: 300 Cals

Best Season: Fall, Winter

Description

Treat yourself to this traditional Creamy Broccoli Soup, a rich, comforting meal ideal for a quick light lunch or filling starter. Gently cooked broccoli florets are blended into a smooth, creamy soup, sweetened with rich heavy cream. Such an effortless recipe, it produces a delicious soup guaranteed to delight.

Gather your ingredients:

4 cups broccoli florets (roughly 2 medium heads)
1 small onion, diced (approximately ½ cup)
2 cloves garlic, minced (approximately 1 teaspoon)
2 tablespoons butter
4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
Salt, to taste (approximately ½ - 1 teaspoon)
Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste (approximately ¼ - ½ teaspoon)

Instructions

1
Prep the broccoli: Wash and chop the broccoli florets into small pieces.
2
Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
3
Simmer the broccoli: Pour in the broth and add the chopped broccoli. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 15-20 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
4
Blend to smooth: Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup in batches to a traditional blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Be cautious with hot liquids!
5
Creamy finish: Return the blended soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream. Heat gently over low heat, stirring occasionally, until warmed through. Avoid boiling once cream is added to prevent curdling.
6
Season and serve: Season the soup with salt and pepper to your liking. Ladle into bowls and enjoy with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, croutons, or chopped chives.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 215kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g34%
Saturated Fat 14g70%
Cholesterol 65mg22%
Sodium 650mg28%
Total Carbohydrate 18g6%
Dietary Fiber 4g16%
Sugars 5g
Protein 7g15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

This recipe yields 4-6 servings. Adjust portion sizes as desired.
Feel free to customize! Add other vegetables like carrots or potatoes, or experiment with different herbs and spices for a unique twist.
These values are estimates and can vary depending on the specific ingredients used and portion sizes.
You can use low-fat alternatives for the cream or broth to reduce fat and calorie content.
Enjoy your delicious homemade cream of broccoli soup!

Keywords: broccoli, soup, healthysoup, creamy, broccolisoup

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Creamy Broccoli Soup

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