This cream of broccoli soup is hearty and wholesome. Made with broccoli, parmesan cheese, and a secret ingredient that makes it rich, creamy, and delicious in less than 30 minutes.
Ingredients
6cups(500g)Broccolichopped in small florets
1cup(200g)Potatochopped into small pieces
1tbspOlive oil
½cupOnionschopped into small pieces
½tspGarlicsliced
2Bay leaves
½tspThyme fresh
1springParsley(1/4 cup)
1cup(250ml)Stockchicken or vegetable
1cup(250ml)MilkWhole
1tbspCornstarch
2tbspParmesan cheesegrated (optional)
½tspSalt
½tspPepper
Instructions
In a soup pot, add oil and saute the onions for a minute until translucent. Then add the garlic and bay leaves - saute another 30 seconds.
1 tbsp Olive oil, ½ tsp Garlic, 2 Bay leaves, ½ cup Onions
Next, add the chopped broccoli and potatoes – saute for 2 minutes, then add the thyme and stock.
6 cups Broccoli, 1 cup Potato, 1 cup Stock, ½ tsp Thyme
Season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook on medium-low for 5 to 7 minutes until the veggies are tender.
½ tsp Salt, ½ tsp Pepper
Remove the bay leaves, add the parsley, and blend the veggies into a smooth puree.
1 spring Parsley
Combine the milk and cornstarch, then add it to the soup, followed by the Parmesan cheese – combine well.
1 cup Milk, 1 tbsp Cornstarch, 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
Taste and adjust seasoning and consistency - add water if the soup is too thick.
Serve with toasted bread or croutons. I like a little more Parmesan and parsley for garnish.
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