Hope's Creamy Broccoli Soup

Indulge in a bowl of pure comfort with Hope’s Creamy Broccoli Soup, a velvety combination of fresh broccoli florets, hearty vegetable broth, and a touch of heavy cream for irresistible richness. This easy-to-make soup begins with a fragrant base of sautéed onions and garlic, thickened to perfection with a simple roux, then blended until luxuriously smooth. A hint of nutmeg adds a subtle warmth, while optional fresh parsley offers a vibrant finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this creamy broccoli soup is not only a wholesome weeknight dinner but also an elegant starter for entertaining. Perfectly customizable, it’s an easy vegetarian recipe the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Wash the broccoli florets thoroughly under cold water and set aside.

Step 2

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the onions and garlic, stirring constantly for about 1 minute to make a roux.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the vegetable broth while whisking continuously to create a smooth base.

Step 6

Add the broccoli florets to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.

Step 7

Use an immersion blender to puree the soup directly in the pot, or carefully transfer the soup to a countertop blender in batches and blend until smooth.

Step 8

Return the pureed soup to the pot over low heat. Stir in the heavy cream, nutmeg, salt, and ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 9

Simmer an additional 5 minutes to heat through. If the soup is too thick, add a bit more broth or water to your desired consistency.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1717.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1567.3

Total Fat 112.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 302mg	0%
Sodium 4796.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 100.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.2g	0%
Total Sugars 23.2g
Protein 33.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 366.3mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 1983.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.4%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 26.0%