Cream of Broccoli Soup

Submitted by Smurfetta Chef #427781

"Creamy & rich."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 bunch broccoli
• 1⁄3 cup chopped onion
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1⁄2 teaspoon thyme
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 1⁄4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 1⁄2 cups half-and-half
• 1⁄4 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons chives, chopped

directions

1. Cut flowerets from broccoli stems, peel & dice stems.
2. Place broccoli, stems & all, onion, broth, garlic and thyme into a 3 qt saucepan & cover.
3. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes or until broccoli is tender. Cool slightly.
4. In a blender puree broccoli mixture. Set aside.
5. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
6. Stir in flour. Cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add white pepper and half-and-half.
7. Stir constantly until just thickened.
8. Stir in broccoli puree, heat through.
9. Ladle into soup bowls and top with sour cream and sprinkle with chives.

Reviews

[bettylynn2]

Was a complete success with my guinea pigs, I mean family ,,,,, adding some chicken to it <br/>this time ,,,,,,

 

[Wrecks143]

AMAZING. I have never made soup before (of any kind) and I was craving broccoli soup. We just purchased a Ninja Processor (umm if you don't have one - GO BUY ONE!! it is spectacular!!) and I wanted to try something new with it. Okay - seriously - such a great soup. It was easy to make and tasted spectacular. I've always had cheese in my broccoli soup (when buying it at restaurants) but I never thought of putting a dollop of sour cream in it. That really set it off. I also added a bit more garlic that suggested.<br/>Try it! You won't be disappointed.

 

[Snicklefritzy]

Another soup recipe from Smurfetta! Again, a hit. Loved it and can't get enough. I made this for our ladies club meeting and they did too. Keep up the good work.