Cream of Broccoli (Print version)

A smooth, comforting blend of fresh broccoli and aromatic vegetables finished with cream for rich flavor.

# What you’ll need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large head broccoli (about 1.1 lbs), chopped into florets
02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Liquids

05 - 4 cups vegetable broth
06 - ½ cup heavy cream, plus extra for garnish (optional)

→ Fats & Seasonings

07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
09 - ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
10 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
11 - Pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)

→ Garnish

12 - Fresh chives, finely chopped (optional)
13 - Croutons (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrot, and minced garlic. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
02 - Add chopped broccoli florets and stir to combine. Cook for 2–3 minutes.
03 - Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes until broccoli is very tender.
04 - Remove from heat. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until completely smooth. Alternatively, work in batches with a countertop blender.
05 - Stir in heavy cream and nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Gently reheat over low heat if needed—do not boil after adding cream.
06 - Ladle into bowls. Garnish with extra cream, chives, or croutons as desired. Serve hot.

# Cooking tips:

01 -
  • It transforms a basic vegetable into a luxurious treat that feels much more expensive than it is.
  • The prep is so minimal that you can go from raw ingredients to a steaming bowl in under an hour.
02 -
  • If you want the green to stay vibrant you should avoid overcooking the broccoli past the point of tenderness.
  • Always taste for salt at the very end because the flavors concentrate as the liquid reduces during simmering.
03 -
  • Adding a small splash of lemon juice at the very end can brighten the entire profile if it feels too heavy.
  • Freeze your leftovers in individual portions for a quick and comforting lunch that reheats beautifully.
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