Comforting Broccoli Soup Recipe

Name: Comforting Broccoli Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 lb kielbasa or 1 lb smoked ham, in small chunks (I like to use Mr. Sausage from the Co-op's freezer section); 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) canmuir glen diced tomatoes, including juice; 1 quart chicken broth; salt; pepper; 1 bunch broccoli, stems peeled and chopped fine,florets chopped (about 1 1/4 lbs); 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional; ¼ cup chopped Italian parsley; ½ cup grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb kielbasa or 1 lb smoked ham, in small chunks (I like to use Mr. Sausage from the Co-op's freezer section)
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (14 1/2 ounce) canmuir glen diced tomatoes, including juice
1 quart chicken broth
salt
pepper
1 bunch broccoli, stems peeled and chopped fine,florets chopped (about 1 1/4 lbs)
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
¼ cup chopped Italian parsley
½ cup grated parmesan cheese

1
In a heavy soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the meat chunks.
2
Saute until lightly golden.
3
Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
4
Add the tomatoes and chicken broth, cover, and bring to a boil.
5
Add the broccoli pieces and return to the boil, then lower to simmer and cook, uncovered, 10 minutes or until the broccoli stems are tender.
6
Ladle the soup into warm bowls and add a big pinch of hot pepper flakes if you like.
7
Sprinkle parsley and Parmesan over each bowl and serve immediately.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 lb kielbasa or 1 lb smoked ham, in small chunks (I like to use Mr. Sausage from the Co-op's freezer section), 4 cloves garlic, chopped, 1 (14 1/2 ounce) canmuir glen diced tomatoes, including juice, and more.

Yes, Comforting 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.

Comforting Broccoli Soup

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