**Broccoli Bisque: A Creamy and Comforting Soup for All Occasions**
Broccoli bisque is a classic soup that is perfect for any occasion. It is creamy, comforting, and packed with flavor. This versatile soup can be served hot or cold, as a starter or a main course. It is also a great way to use up leftover broccoli. This article provides three delicious broccoli bisque recipes that are sure to please everyone. The first recipe is a classic broccoli bisque made with fresh broccoli, onion, garlic, and cream. The second recipe is a vegan broccoli bisque that is made with almond milk and cashews. The third recipe is a roasted broccoli bisque that has a smoky and caramelized flavor. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under an hour. So grab a bunch of broccoli and get ready to enjoy a delicious and nutritious soup!
BROCCOLI AND CRAB BISQUE
Since our son is a broccoli grower, our friends keep supplying us with recipes using broccoli. To this family favorite, add a tossed salad, rolls, fruit and cookies, and you have an easy but delicious supper full of nutrition. -Dorothy Child, Malone, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook the leeks, mushrooms, broccoli and garlic in butter until broccoli is crisp-tender. Stir in flour and seasonings until blended. Gradually add broth and cream., Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Add cheese; stir until melted. Add crab; heat through but do not boil. Discard bay leaf before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 20g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 674mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
BROCCOLI CRAB BISQUE
"For a casual company meal, I serve this creamy soup along with miniature ham sandwiches," writes Karen Balistrieri from Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. "Sometimes we leave the bay leaf in the soup as a sign of good luck for the person who gets it in their bowl," she adds.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute the leeks, mushrooms and broccoli in butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the flour, thyme, pepper and bay leaf; mix well. Stir in broth and cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Add the cheese and crab; stir until cheese is melted and soup is heated through. Discard bay leaf.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 532mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
LOW FAT BROCCOLI BISQUE
Make and share this Low Fat Broccoli Bisque recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Smiling in Texas
Categories Potato
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Clean the broccoli and cauliflower, reserving 3/4 cup of the broccoli, and 3/4 cup of the cauliflower florets, chopping the rest fine.
- Saute green onios in margarine until tender.
- Stir in flour, cooking for 1 minute.
- Stir in Chicken stock, chopped broccoli and cauliflower, potatoes, chives, and basil and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Process in food processor until smooth.
- Add milk and reserved broccoli and cauliflower florets until boiling again.
- Reduce heat and simmer until florets are crisp-tender.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
BROCCOLI MUSHROOM BISQUE
Steps:
- Place all the ingredients except the cashews and pine nuts in a soup pot. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until the vegetables are just tender. In a food processor or high powered blender, blend two-thirds of the soup liquid and vegetables with the cashews and pine nuts until smooth and creamy. Return to the pot and reheat before serving.
BROCCOLI BISQUE
I love vegetable soups. I save all types of greens that others might discard, clean, cut, blanch and then freeze the pieces until I feel it is a "soup day" and take them out when needed. This recipe uses the broccoli florettes, peeled and chopped stems and cauliflower greens (if I have them) but I have made this with frozen...
Provided by Susan Pagano
Categories Vegetable Soup
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Put chopped broccoli in dutch oven (along with chopped cauliflower greens if desired).
- 2. Add stock, onion, butter, salt and pepper.
- 3. Bring to a boil and reduce heat.
- 4. Simmer, covered, for 8-10 minutes.
- 5. Puree in blender.
- 6. Stir in lime juice, sour cream and chives. Serve hot.
- 7. To serve cold, do not add in the sour cream or chives. Place pureed soup in refrigerator, covered, for 4 hours. Top with sour cream, chives and garnish with lemon slices.
BROCCOLI BISQUE
Steps:
- 1. Place the cut broccoli in a large saucepan along with the broth, onion, butter, salt, curry powder and pepper; Bring to a boil.
- 2. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 8 to 12 minutes or until broccoli is just tender.
- 3. Place about 1 1/2 to 2 cups of the mixture at a time into a blender container; Cover and blend until smooth.
- 4. Pour into bowl or another large pan; Repeat with remaining mixture - BE CAREFUL. THE HOT LIQUID MAY SCALD YOU.
- 5. Stir in the lime juice.
- 6. Now you can either cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours to serve cold (great in warm weather), or you can go right ahead and serve it hot (great in cold weather).
- 7. Once ladled out, you can garnish with a thin slice of lemon, a small dollop or sour cream, and a sprinkling of chives.
- 8. NOTE: You can refrigerate unused portions for serving later, but it doesn\'t keep well for long.
Tips:
- Choose the right broccoli. Look for broccoli with tightly closed florets and a deep green color. Avoid broccoli with yellow or brown spots, as this indicates that it is past its prime.
- Don't overcook the broccoli. Broccoli should be cooked until it is tender-crisp, but not mushy. Overcooked broccoli will lose its nutrients and flavor.
- Use a good quality chicken broth. The chicken broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality broth. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and has a rich flavor.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many ways to make broccoli bisque. You can add different vegetables, cheeses, or spices to create your own unique soup.
Conclusion:
Broccoli bisque is a delicious and healthy soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give broccoli bisque a try!
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