Description
This Best Cream Of Broccoli Soup is a comforting and creamy dish perfect for a cozy night in. With a velvety texture and rich flavor, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 5 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 8 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté vegetables: In a large pot, melt 3 tablespoons of butter and sauté the onion and celery until softened.
- Add broth and broccoli: Pour in the chicken broth and add the broccoli florets. Simmer until the broccoli is tender.
- Make roux: In a separate pan, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, add flour, and cook until golden.
- Add milk: Gradually whisk in the milk to the roux, stirring until thickened.
- Blend soup: Blend the broccoli mixture until smooth, then stir in the creamy milk mixture.
- Season and serve: Season with black pepper and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add a splash of heavy cream at the end.
- Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese or croutons for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg