Broccoli Soup Recipe

Name: Broccoli Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter, room temperature; 1 1/2 pounds fresh broccoli; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 carrot, chopped; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup cream; Homemade Croutons, recipe follows; Day old French bread; Olive oil; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons butter, room temperature
1 1/2 pounds fresh broccoli
1 large onion, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup cream
Homemade Croutons, recipe follows
Day old French bread
Olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1
Melt 4 tablespoons butter in heavy medium pot over medium-high heat.
2
Add broccoli, onion, carrot, salt and pepper and saute until onion is translucent, about 6 minutes.
3
Add the flour and cook for 1 minute, until the flour reaches a blonde color.
4
Add stock and bring to boil.
5
Simmer uncovered until broccoli is tender, about 15 minutes.
6
Pour in cream.
7
With an immersion blender, puree the soup.
8
Add salt and pepper, to taste, and then replace the lid back on the pot.
9
Serve hot with Homemade Croutons.
10
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
11
Cut bread into cubes and place in a large bowl.
12
Drizzle cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes.
13
Mix well.
14
Spread seasoned bread onto a sheet pan and bake for about 15 minutes.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons butter, room temperature, 1 1/2 pounds fresh broccoli, 1 large onion, chopped, 1 carrot, chopped, and more.

Yes, Broccoli Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Broccoli Soup

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