VERY GREEN BROCCOLI SOUP

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Progresso® chicken broth and crispy panko bread crumbs. Broccoli, spinach, garlic and more create a sensational soup.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 lb fresh broccoli
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
Gray salt
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme leaves
5 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from two 32-oz cartons)
2 cups packed fresh spinach leaves
2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon peel
1 cup whipping cream or buttermilk (if using buttermilk, use 1 teaspoon lemon peel)
Freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup Progresso™ panko crispy bread crumbs
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Cut broccoli florets from stems. Peel tough outer skin from stems; trim off fibrous ends. Cut stems into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • In 4-quart Dutch oven, heat oil and butter over medium-high heat until butter is melted. Add garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until light brown. Stir in onion and celery; season with salt. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir together gremolata ingredients; set aside.
  • Stir thyme, broccoli stems and broth into soup. Heat to boiling. Cook uncovered over medium heat about 3 minutes. Stir in broccoli florets; cook about 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until broccoli is very tender. Stir in spinach and lemon peel (spinach will wilt).
  • In blender, cover and puree soup in small batches. (At this point, soup can be covered and refrigerated up to 1 day or frozen up to 1 month.) Return soup to Dutch oven; reheat over medium-low heat. Stir in cream; season to taste with additional salt and the pepper.
  • Ladle soup into warm individual soup bowls. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon gremolata onto each serving. Pass remaining gremolata at table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 650 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

Abbas king Khan
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the bright green color, and they always ask for seconds.


George Thutelo
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the broccoli is cooked perfectly. I always add a little extra cheese, because I love cheese.


Dr. Doolittle
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This soup was okay, but I've had better. I think it could have used more cheese and maybe some bacon.


samir gabr
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I wasn't a big fan of the flavor of this soup. I think it needed more seasoning.


Mustafa ramzan
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This soup was a bit too thick for my taste. I think I would have preferred it if it was a little thinner.


soso wolf
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I'm a big fan of broccoli soup, and this recipe is one of my favorites. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out delicious.


Kedra Baker
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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the bright green color, and they always ask for seconds.


Haron Khan
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I love this soup! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the broccoli is cooked perfectly. I always add a little extra cheese, because I love cheese.


Sohana 22
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The soup was good, but it could have used more flavor. I added some extra garlic and onion, and it helped a lot.


Salman Brohi
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This soup was easy to make and tasted delicious! I loved the combination of broccoli, cheese, and peas. I will definitely be making this again.


Afaq Choudry
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I was disappointed with this soup. The flavor was just okay, and the texture was a bit too thick for my taste. I won't be making this again.


Chicken nugget Studios
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This soup was good, but not great. I found it to be a bit bland, even after adding extra salt and pepper. I think it could have used more cheese or maybe some bacon.


Beauty Lev'elles
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. I like to serve it with a side of crusty bread for dipping.


Joey R. (Mississippi)
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This soup was a hit with my family! The kids loved the vibrant green color, and they all went back for seconds. I also appreciated how easy it was to make. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular meal rotation.


Felita Williams
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I'm not usually a fan of broccoli soup, but this recipe changed my mind! The soup was so creamy and flavorful, with just the right amount of cheese. I also loved the addition of the peas and carrots, which added a nice pop of color and sweetness. Def


akhiakther minara
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This broccoli soup was incredibly delicious and easy to make! The vibrant green color was so inviting, and the flavor was rich and creamy. I added a bit of extra garlic and pepper for a little kick, and it was perfect. Will definitely be making this


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