Cream of Broccoli Soup
Silky smooth, rich in flavor, and packed with nutrients, this Cream of Broccoli Soup is the perfect comfort meal. It's easy to make and can be customized with various toppings and ingredients.
Equipment
- Blender
- Saucepan
Ingredients
Soup Base
- 4 cups fresh broccoli chopped into florets
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste
Optional Additions
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese for extra creaminess
- 1 tsp nutmeg for extra depth
Instructions
- Heat butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Add broccoli florets and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until broccoli is tender.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or a regular blender in batches.
- Stir in heavy cream and season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Simmer for 5 more minutes.
- Optionally, stir in shredded cheddar cheese for extra creaminess before serving.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese, croutons, or fresh herbs.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, replace heavy cream with coconut milk or cashew cream. To make it keto-friendly, use full-fat cheese and avoid flour-based thickeners.