Indulge in a creamy and comforting culinary symphony with our delectable cream of broccoli soup, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This velvety smooth soup is a symphony of fresh broccoli florets, sautéed onions, and a creamy broth, all harmoniously blended together to create a comforting and nourishing dish. Experience the symphony of flavors as the sweetness of the broccoli, the subtle sharpness of the onion, and the richness of the cream come together in perfect harmony. Dive into this creamy haven, and let your taste buds embark on a journey of pure bliss.
Variations of this classic soup are also presented, offering a delightful array of flavors to suit every palate. Treat yourself to a zesty twist with the spicy cream of broccoli soup, where a touch of chili peppers adds a vibrant kick to the creamy base. For a smoky and savory variation, explore the cream of broccoli soup with bacon, where crispy bacon bits lend their irresistible flavor to the soup. Embrace the goodness of nature with the vegan cream of broccoli soup, a plant-based rendition that delivers all the creamy goodness without compromising on taste. Discover the versatility of this classic soup as it transforms into a delightful cream of broccoli and cheddar soup, where melted cheddar cheese adds a luscious richness to the velvety broth.
Each recipe is meticulously crafted with step-by-step instructions, ensuring a seamless cooking experience for home chefs of all levels. Dive into the world of creamy broccoli soup and explore the symphony of flavors that await.
CREAM OF BROCCOLI SOUP
This soup is a great meal starter, but I also serve it as the main course when I'm in need of a quick nourishing lunch or dinner. Just add a green salad and a biscuit or roll.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine water and bouillon. Add broccoli and onion. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer for 10 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender. , In a large bowl, combine the soup, milk, sour cream, parsley and pepper; add to broccoli mixture. Cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 22g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 1077mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
CREAM OF BROCCOLI SOUP
This soup is super creamy in texture, but it contains very little actual cream. The butter and flour mixture -- what's called a roux -- gives it body and silkiness.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium pot, melt butter over medium. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 8 minutes.
- Add flour and cook, stirring, until combined, 1 minute.
- Whisking constantly, add broth and 1 cup water and bring to a boil over high. Reduce heat and simmer, whisking occasionally, 10 minutes.
- Add broccoli and bring to a simmer. Cook until broccoli is very tender, 20 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to a large bowl. In batches, fill a blender halfway with mixture and puree until smooth; to allow heat to escape, remove cap from hole in lid, cover lid with a dish towel, and hold down firmly while blending. Return soup to pot as pureed.
- Add cream and heat over medium until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper. Thin with broth or water, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 11 g
SIMPLE CREAM OF BROCCOLI SOUP
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large pot, melt butter and cook onion until tender over medium high heat. Add potato and toss to coat with butter. Add hot stock and bring to a simmer. Stir in broccoli and return to a simmer. When potato and broccoli are tender, puree in batches in a blender or food processor. Return to pot and add cream. Season to taste and serve warm.
CREAM OF BROCCOLI SOUP
An easy cream of broccoli soup recipe, this rich and creamy soup is elegant enough for company.
Provided by Ludovic LeFebvre
Categories Soup/Stew Milk/Cream Appetizer Vegetarian Quick & Easy Broccoli Fall Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook broccoli in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still bright green, about 5 minutes. Drain broccoli. Set aside 4 small florets for garnish.
- Combine broth and 1 cup cream in heavy large saucepan and bring to boil. Working in batches, puree broccoli, broth mixture, and butter in blender until smooth, about 45 seconds per batch. Return puree to same pan. Season soup to taste with salt and white pepper. (Soup can be made up to 8 hours ahead. Cool slightly, cover, and refrigerate.)
- Bring soup to simmer, thinning with water if desired. Ladle soup into 4 bowls. Drizzle 1 teaspoon cream over each; garnish with reserved florets.
CREAM OF BROCCOLI SOUP
I found this in the Easy Cooking card collection that I have. I have fixed it once, and loved it, then proceeded to forget about it. Since discovering Recipezaar, I have been culling through all the cooking info, recipes etc that I have and came across this again. So, here it is!
Provided by Kayne
Categories Low Protein
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, mix and bring to boil broth and soup.
- When it is boiling, add broccoli and bring to second boil.
- Reduce heat.
- Cover and simmer for about 5 minutes, or until broccoli is cooked.
- In medium skillet, heat butter and sautee onions for about 5 minutes, or until tender.
- Add the flour and cook for about 1 minute longer. If necessary, use whisk to remove lumps.
- Slowly stir milk into flour mixture in skillet.
- Cook, until thickened, stirring constantly. It will take about 5 minutes, then add salt and pepper.
- Mix well.
- Stir milk mixture into broccoli mixture and simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes.
- Stir frequently.
- Ladle into bowls and top with grated cheese.
PAULA'S CREAM OF BROCCOLI SOUP
This is my family's favorite soup ... even my kids enjoy it! I have made this for our church's soup suppers and I always come home with an empty crock pot!
Provided by Paula
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan and lightly sauté onion.
- Add flour, bouillon cubes and seasonings, stirring until smooth.
- Remove from heat.
- Gradually whisk in milk.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Boil and stir 1 minute.
- Meanwhile, cook broccoli according to package directions.
- Add broccoli and simmer an additional 10 minutes.
- At this point, you could put in a crock set on low until ready to serve.
- NOTE: When I make this in the crock pot, I triple the cream soup base and add 2 packages of the broccoli florets.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 327, Fat 22.5, SaturatedFat 13.9, Cholesterol 67.7, Sodium 821.8, Carbohydrate 22.3, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 1.8, Protein 11
Tips:
- For a creamier soup, use half and half or heavy cream instead of milk.
- If you don't have any vegetable broth, you can use water instead. Just add a little salt and pepper to taste.
- To make the soup even healthier, add a cup of chopped spinach or kale.
- If you like a little spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
- Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers.
Conclusion:
Cream of broccoli soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover broccoli. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can have a delicious and satisfying soup that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this cream of broccoli soup a try.
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