Description
Warm your soul with this delightful French Creamy Broccoli Soup, where fresh broccoli meets rich cream in a velvety embrace. This comforting dish is perfect for chilly evenings or as a cozy lunch. The harmonious blend of flavors, enhanced by sautéed onions and aromatic garlic, creates a satisfying experience in every spoonful. With simple ingredients and an easy preparation process, you can whip up this nourishing soup in no time. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal that everyone will love. This recipe not only brings comfort but also provides health benefits from the nutrient-packed broccoli, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken stock (low-sodium)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and cut the broccoli into small florets. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat one tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Add the broccoli florets and pour in the stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 10-15 minutes until the broccoli is tender.
- Blend the soup using an immersion blender or in batches with a countertop blender until smooth.
- Return to low heat, stir in heavy cream, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat gently without boiling.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra broccoli florets or croutons if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 299
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 69mg
Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, consider incorporating herbs like thyme or parsley. - To make it dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or cashew cream. - Feel free to experiment by adding other vegetables such as spinach or peas for additional nutrition.