Best 6 Creamy Broccoli Soup Frozen Broccoli Recipes

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Indulge in a velvety symphony of flavors with our creamy broccoli soup, a culinary masterpiece crafted from fresh or frozen broccoli florets. This heartwarming soup is not only a delectable treat but also a nutritious one, packed with the goodness of broccoli, a vegetable renowned for its health benefits. Whether you're seeking a quick and effortless weeknight meal or an impressive dish to grace your dinner table, our collection of recipes caters to every occasion. From traditional creamy broccoli soup to innovative variations featuring roasted broccoli or a touch of cheddar cheese, our recipes offer a delightful array of flavors to tantalize your taste buds. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the secrets of creating the perfect creamy broccoli soup, both from scratch and using the convenience of frozen broccoli.

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CREAMY BROCCOLI SOUP



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"My husband and I find this great soup a tasty way to add nutritious broccoli to our diet. It's so thick and filling that all you need to complete the meal is a salad and bread," writes Diane Ventimiglia of Atlanta, Michigan.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup cubed peeled potatoes
1 medium carrot, sliced
2 cups frozen chopped broccoli
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups 2% milk, divided
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Dash ground nutmeg
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes and carrot in a small saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, cook broccoli according to package directions; drain and set aside., In a saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add 1/2 cup milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Add the salt, thyme, nutmeg and pepper., Drain potato mixture; cool slightly. In a blender, combine the potato mixture, broccoli and remaining milk; cover and process until smooth. Add to the thickened milk mixture. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 512mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

BEST CREAM OF BROCCOLI SOUP



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This recipe is thick and flavorful. It is simple, delicious, and quick to make, enjoy (I know you will).

Provided by Jessie A.

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Broccoli Soup

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 tablespoons butter, divided
1 onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
3 cups chicken broth
8 cups broccoli florets
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in medium sized stock pot, and saute onion and celery until tender. Add broccoli and broth, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Pour the soup into a blender, filling the pitcher no more than halfway full. Hold down the lid of the blender with a folded kitchen towel, and carefully start the blender, using a few quick pulses to get the soup moving before leaving it on to puree. Puree in batches until smooth and pour into a clean pot. Alternately, you can use a stick blender and puree the soup right in the cooking pot.
  • In small saucepan, over medium-heat melt 3 tablespoons butter, stir in flour and add milk. Stir until thick and bubbly, and add to soup. Season with pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 31.9 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 528 mg, Sugar 7 g

CREAMY BROCCOLI SOUP



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A quick, creamy, hearty soup.

Provided by Marge

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Broccoli Soup

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups chicken broth
2 ½ cups fresh broccoli
¼ cup chopped onion
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ teaspoon dried oregano
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring broth to a boil. Add broccoli and onion. Cook for five minutes, or until broccoli is tender.
  • In a separate bowl, slowly add milk to flour, and mix until well blended.
  • Stir flour mixture into broth mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until soup is thick and bubbly. Add cheese if desired; stir until melted. Add seasonings and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.8 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 27.6 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 480.6 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

CREAM OF BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



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"When my husband and I visit fresh-food stands, we often come home with more vegetables than we can eat," Marge Hill shares from Glenside, Pennsylvania. "I lightened up this tarragon-flavored soup to use up the broccoli we buy. I like it with crusty bread, a salad or a sandwich."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups 1% milk
1-1/4 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick saucepan coated with cooking spray, saute onion until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually whisk in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until slightly thickened. , Add the broccoli, tarragon, thyme and pepper; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until broccoli is tender. Add milk; cook, uncovered, 5 minutes longer. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature., In a blender, process soup in batches until smooth. Return all to the pan; heat through. Reduce heat. Add 1 cup of cheese; stir just until melted. Serve immediately. Garnish with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 340mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY BROCCOLI SOUP



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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup chopped onions
1 Tbsp. butter or margarine
1 Tbsp. flour
3 - 1/2 cups milk
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, Cubed
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Triple Cheddar Cheese with a Touch of PHILADELPHIA
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped broccoli, cooked, drained
1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
1/8 tsp. pepper

Steps:

  • COOK and stir onions in butter in medium saucepan on medium-high heat 3 to 5 min. or until onions are crisp-tender. Whisk in flour until well blended.
  • ADD MILK; COOK AND STIR ON MEDIUM HEAT 2 MIN., STIRRING OCCASIONALLY. ADD NEUFCHATEL; COOK AND STIR 2 TO 3 MIN. OR UNTIL MELTED.
  • STIR in remaining ingredients; cook 5 min. or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
  • Size-Wise
  • You'll know it's a special occasion when you get to enjoy a serving of this delicious soup.
  • Substitute
  • Substitute frozen chopped spinach; frozen cauliflower florets, chopped; or frozen asparagus spears, chopped; for the broccoli.
  • Use Your Microwave
  • Microwave onions and butter in 2-qt. microwaveable bowl on HIGH 30 sec. or until onions are crisp-tender. Stir in milk. Microwave 3 to 4 min. or until heated through, stirring every 2 min. Stir in cream cheese. Microwave 4 to 6 min. or until cream cheese is melted, stirring every 2 min. Stir in remaining ingredients. Microwave 30 sec. or until heated through.

PAULA'S CREAM OF BROCCOLI SOUP



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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

6 tablespoons butter
1/2 small onion, minced
6 tablespoons flour
3 chicken bouillon cubes
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt (I use Lawry's)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 1/2 cups milk
1 (14 ounce) package frozen broccoli florets

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 smoother soup, blend it until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • If you don't have frozen broccoli, you can use fresh broccoli instead. Just blanch it for a few minutes before adding it to the soup.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the soup, such as carrots, celery, or zucchini.
  • If you want a thicker soup, add a tablespoon or two of flour or cornstarch to the soup before blending.
  • Season the soup to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish the soup with fresh herbs, such as parsley, chives, or dill.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Creamy broccoli soup is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover broccoli. This soup can be made with either fresh or frozen broccoli, and it can be customized to your liking by adding other vegetables, herbs, and spices.

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