BROCCOLI CREAM SOUP

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This soup has a wonderful fresh flavor. I've never had a better broccoli soup.-Beth Hart, Walworth, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

9 cups fresh broccoli florets
4 cups chicken broth
1 medium onion, chopped
8 tablespoons butter, divided
1 bay leaf
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
Pinch each dried basil, thyme and rubbed sage
Dash hot pepper sauce
7 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring broccoli and broth to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 5 minutes. In a small skillet, saute onion in 2 tablespoons of butter until tender; add to broccoli mixture. Stir in the bay leaf and remaining seasonings. simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes., In a small saucepan, melt the remaining butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir into broccoli mixture; add buttermilk and cream. Heat through (do not boil). Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 20g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 1005mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Olatunji Amos (Gbenga)
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover broccoli. It's also a healthy and delicious meal.


Yohn Siaway
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's a great soup for a weeknight meal.


Xafso Ahmed
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the creamy texture and the flavorful broth.


Box Trot
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. It's a great soup for a crowd.


Nureni Hassan
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a very affordable meal.


Minase Ayele
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I love that this soup is so versatile. I've added different vegetables, cheeses, and even meats to it and it's always delicious.


Liezel Miravalles
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This soup is a great make-ahead meal. I often make it on the weekend and then reheat it for lunch or dinner during the week.


Nathan Curtaindoll
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I made this soup for my kids and they loved it! It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


Tammy Taylor
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This soup is so creamy and flavorful. I love the addition of the cheddar cheese.


Khagendra Rai
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a winner. It's a great comfort food for a cold night.


Veronica FineArtCo
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover broccoli. It's also a healthy and filling meal.


Deborah Azumah
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


MG SINGLE YT
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out perfectly. It was creamy and flavorful, and the broccoli was cooked just right.


Javed Hossen
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This soup was easy to make and turned out great! I added a little bit of extra cheese to the top and it was perfect.


Ashmitha R.M
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I'm not a huge fan of broccoli, but this soup was surprisingly good. The broccoli flavor was subtle and the soup was very creamy. I would definitely recommend this soup to others.


FRIDAY FRIDAY
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This soup was delicious! I made it for my family and everyone loved it. The broccoli was cooked perfectly and the soup was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this soup again.


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