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Cream of Broccoli Soup

This Classic Cream of Broccoli Soup starts with a roux, has steamed broccoli, onion, nutmeg, white pepper, cream and a drizzle of olive oil on top.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350 kcal
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 6 cups coarsely chopped broccoli
  • 8 tbsp butter
  • 8 tbsp all purpose flour
  • 1/8 tsp white pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 onion chopped fine
  • 1/8 tsp of ground nutmeg
  • 6 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup half and half cream

Instructions

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  1. Either steam broccoli or place the broccoli in a microwave safe glass dish covered with a damp paper towel and cook on high for 3 minutes. Optional: immediately chill under cold water to keep color and stop the cooking process. Separate into 2 batches, reserving 1/2 cup for garnishing. Set aside.
  2. To make the roux, melt the butter in a large stock pot. Add the flour and whisk to allow flour to absorb the butter and turn a light golden color, cooking and bubbling for several minutes on medium-low heat.
  3. Add white pepper and chicken stock, and whisk constantly to ensure thorough incorporation and no lumps. Season with kosher salt.
  4. Bring the thickened chicken stock to a boil and add the onion and cook for 3 minutes, then add the nutmeg and steamed broccoli.
  5. Using a soup ladle, add soup to a blender along with the half and half cream and puree. Purée with lid slightly ajar to allow steam to escape. Pour this mixture back into the stock pot to simmer and keep warm until serving.
  6. Serve with remaining steamed broccoli on top, a drizzle of good olive oil and crusty French bread.

Nutrition Information

Calories 350kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 26g (9%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 23g (35%) Saturated Fat 13g (65%) Cholesterol 63mg (21%) Sodium 720mg (30%) Potassium 629mg (18%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 1183IU (24%) Vitamin C 83mg (92%) Calcium 101mg (10%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 350

% Daily Value*

Calories 350kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 26g 9%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 23g 35%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Cholesterol 63mg 21%
Sodium 720mg 30%
Potassium 629mg 13%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 1183IU 24%
Vitamin C 83mg 92%
Calcium 101mg 10%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.