Courgette, Basil And Brie Cheese Soup Recipe

Name: Courgette, Basil And Brie Cheese Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ounce butter; 1 medium onion, chopped fine; 1 medium potato, peeled and cubed; 1 garlic clove, chopped fine; 1 dash white wine; 1/2 pint vegetable stock; 1 1/4 lbs courgettes, chopped; 7 fluid ounces milk; 7 ounces brie cheese (chopped); 3 tablespoons cream; 15 basil leaves, torn, plus extra to garnish; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 ounce butter
1 medium onion, chopped fine
1 medium potato, peeled and cubed
1 garlic clove, chopped fine
1 dash white wine
1/2 pint vegetable stock
1 1/4 lbs courgettes, chopped
7 fluid ounces milk
7 ounces brie cheese (chopped)
3 tablespoons cream
15 basil leaves, torn, plus extra to garnish
salt and pepper

1
Melt the butter in a large heavy-based pan and fry the onion 2-3 minutes until softened.
2
Add the potato, garlic and wine, and cook for a further 5 minutes.
3
Stir in the stock and courgettes and bring to the boil.
4
Reduce heat, then cover and simmer gently for 20 minutes or until the potato is cooked.
5
Pour in the milk, add the Brie and heat through gently until melted.
6
Stir in the cream and basil, and warm through without letting it boil.
7
Season and serve with the extra basil sprinkled on top.
8
* If you want a smoother soup just run a stick blender through it a few times.or even place in blender and pulse.

540

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ounce butter, 1 medium onion, chopped fine, 1 medium potato, peeled and cubed, 1 garlic clove, chopped fine, and more.

Yes, Courgette, Basil And Brie Cheese 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Courgette, Basil And Brie Cheese Soup

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