I love soups that are fast and easy to make. Having a pot of soup kept warm on the stove makes for a convenient meal option for all family members as they pass through the kitchen at different times and during all seasons including summer days. Soups that are made with pureed vegetables like broccoli are not only delicious but also packed with nutrition, offering a plethora of vital nutrients and phytochemicals that can provide numerous health benefits. This particular recipe for cream of broccoli soup can be whipped up in just 30 minutes. With just 6 simple ingredients - fresh broccoli, onion, celery, garlic, vegetable broth, and milk - you can create a satisfying dish that is a great choice for lunch at work or even as a hearty breakfast option.

Cream of Broccoli Soup

By Zosia Culinary Adventures | Date: June 13, 2024

Preparation Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients:

• 5 cups fresh broccoli, chopped (flowering head, stalks and leaves included, peel the )

• 1 shallot, diced

• 5 garlic cloves, minced or diced

• 2 stalks celery, diced

• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 3 cups vegetable broth

• 3 tablespoons flour

• 2 cups 2% milk

• pinch of white pepper

• parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large saucepan, heat up 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add diced onion, garlic and celery.

2. Cook for 5 minutes. Add vegetable broth and bring it all to boil.

3. When preparing broccoli, make sure to carefully remove the tougher outer layer of the stem to ensure a more pleasant texture when cooked.

4. Reduce heat and add chopped broccoli. Cover the pot and simmer for 10 minutes.

5. Remove the saucepan from the heat, then using an immersion blender, emulsify all the ingredients together until well combined. Set the mixture aside.

6. In the small saucepan, start by carefully melting 3 tablespoons of butter over medium-low heat. Following that, gently stir in the flour and a pinch of white pepper, ensuring the flour combines with the butter to form a roux. Gradually pour in the milk, continuing to stir constantly until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble. Add this velvety mixture into the soup, optionally straining it to achieve a smoother texture, and stir thoroughly until all ingredients are fully mixed.

7. Serve hot and enjoy it

Nutrition Facts per One Serving 💓

Calories 354 | Fat 9.3 g \ Saturated Fat 5.5 g\ Cholesterol 24 mg\ Sodium 233 mg\ Total Carbohydrate 56.7g\ Dietary Fiber 3.5g\ Total Sugars 4.2g\ Protein 11.2 g \ Vitamin D 5 mcg\ Calcium 123 mg \ Iron 3 mg\ Potassium 374 mg