Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of this Cream Of Broccoli Soup Recipe. Packed with fresh broccoli and a velvety, flavorful base, it’s a comforting and nourishing meal perfect for chilly days or quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
– 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. – Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. – Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
3. – Add the broccoli florets and chicken or vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
4. – Carefully transfer the soup to a blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
5. – Return the blended soup to the saucepan and stir in the heavy cream, dried thyme, black pepper, and salt. Heat through, but do not boil.
6. – Serve hot, garnished with additional broccoli florets, a swirl of sour cream, or crusty bread, if desired.
Notes
For a thicker soup, you can blend a portion of the cooked broccoli and return it to the pot. You can also adjust the consistency by adding more or less broth. For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American