BROCCOLI NO-CHEESE SOUP

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If you want a great-tasting broccoli cheese soup that won't require cholesterol medication, try this recipe which cleverly disguises a lot of veggies and tricks the taste buds. If you want, top with shredded cheese at the end. This soup freezes well.

Provided by Stephen Williams

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Broccoli Soup Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 heads broccoli, with stems
4 slices bacon
2 carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1 onion, diced
2 tablespoons coconut oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
6 cups chicken stock
1 (15 ounce) can great Northern beans, drained
1 ½ teaspoons dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut broccoli florets into small pieces and reserve. Dice the stems into pieces.
  • Place bacon in a stockpot and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and reserve the grease in the pot.
  • Cook broccoli stems, carrots, celery, onion, and coconut oil in the pot over medium heat until softened, about 10 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add flour; stir for 2 minutes. Pour in stock, beans, mustard, salt, cayenne, and black pepper. Reduce heat to a simmer; cook until flavors blend, about 10 minutes.
  • Fill blender halfway with the soup. Cover and hold lid down with a potholder; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend until smooth. Pour into another pot. Repeat with remaining soup. Add the reserved broccoli florets and simmer until tender, about 5 minutes. Dice the bacon and sprinkle over soup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 6.1 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 1246.6 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

Sashi Mali
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook broccoli, and this soup is a great option. It's so flavorful and nutritious.


Onyx
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. It's also a great way to get a healthy meal on the table in a hurry.


Ryan J
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I love that this soup is made with simple, wholesome ingredients. It's a great way to eat healthy without sacrificing flavor.


Gosego Modisane
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It's also a great way to sneak in some extra nutrition.


Qazi Kashif
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I love this soup. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Olyviah Knowles
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I'm always looking for new and healthy recipes, and this soup definitely fits the bill. It's delicious and nutritious.


Muhammd Hasnain
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Zulaikan Queen
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I love the creamy texture of this soup. It's so comforting and satisfying.


Lorrie Stebbins
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Tonia Rex
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit. I love that it's so versatile. I've added different vegetables, spices, and herbs, and it's always turned out great.


Chanas Sirmal
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's so delicious! I love that it's made with healthy ingredients.


Laura Dautllari
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I'm not a huge fan of broccoli, but I really enjoyed this soup. The cheese and the broccoli were a great combination.


Dhanlaxmi Shrestha
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover broccoli. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Sheeraz Gujjar
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


Kris Corriher
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This soup is delicious and healthy. I like to add a little bit of grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.


Derick Rwothomio
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I love this soup! It's so simple to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I usually add a little bit of garlic and onion powder to taste.


Parishan Mahamad
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also very easy to make, and it reheats well. I like to add a little bit of shredded chicken or tofu to make it a more complete meal.


Migan Gunz Matiwaza Ndlovu
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I was skeptical about a broccoli soup without cheese, but I was pleasantly surprised! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the broccoli was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.