Simply Perfect Cream of Broccoli Soup

"This is one of the simplest, yet most satisfying recipes I have found. This is a good basic soup. For a hearty twist, add some cheddar cheese, to taste."
 
Download
photo by *Parsley* photo by *Parsley*
photo by *Parsley*
photo by *Parsley* photo by *Parsley*
photo by *Parsley* photo by *Parsley*
Ready In:
30mins
Ingredients:
6
Serves:
6
Advertisement

ingredients

Advertisement

directions

  • Bring chicken broth to a boil, then add broccoli.
  • Cover and reduce heat to low.
  • Cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until tender; Set aside.
  • In another saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Add onion and stir occasionally, for 1 to 2 minutes or until onion is tender.
  • Stir in flour.
  • Gradually stir in evaporated milk. Stir constantly, until mixture comes to a boil.
  • Add broccoli and cook until heated thoroughly.
  • Add 1 cup american or cheddar cheese, if desired.

Questions & Replies

Got a question? Share it with the community!
Advertisement

Reviews

  1. Just finished making this and was so easy and delicious! Thank you and will def make again.
     
  2. Awesome!
     
  3. This certainly is an ultra-basic recipe, but it's yummy and satisfying. Great for when you're craving a thick, creamy soup and want it quickly. I love that it uses all basic ingredients that I always have around. I did throw in a handful of cheddar cheese as mentioned in the intro. This was delicious; thanx!
     
  4. My mom used to make this exact recipe and I loved it as a child and still love it. Easy, no frills, recipe. Since this isn't really seasoned I would recommend adding salt and pepper to taste near the end. I also added a dash of cumin, nutmeg and a tinsy bit of curry seasoning. BTW nutmeg and cumin are great complements for this creamy soup. Because we didn't have regular onions I substituted spring onion and ground them up very fine in the blender. We are also gluten free so I used Bob's Red Mill gluten free all-purpose flour and it worked fine. I pureed the soup with a stick blender and added about a cup more frozen broccoli (my kids like to see and chew the broccoli) ten minutes before serving. I served this with grated cheddar cheese and fresh baked pumpkin carob chip bread. This recipe is a hit and my kids can't wait to have it again. Thanks so much Chef Heather.
     
Advertisement

RECIPE SUBMITTED BY

<p>I love to cook.</p>
 
View Full Profile
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

Find More Recipes