Creamy Broccoli Soup Recipe
Make delicious creamy broccoli soup at home with fresh broccoli, potatoes, onions, garlic, milk, and simple seasonings. This comforting vegetarian soup is perfect for a healthy lunch or light dinner.
Yields: 2 Servings
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 large head of broccoli, chopped into florets
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
- 1 cup milk or dairy-free alternative
- 2 cups water
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Corn flour
- Butter
Instructions
Prepare the White Sauce
- In a saucepan, combine the milk, corn flour, and butter. Turn on the heat and stir continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
- Once the mixture begins to thicken, continue stirring for another 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
Prepare the Broccoli Soup
- Wash and chop the broccoli into florets. Peel and dice the potato, finely chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot, combine the onion, garlic, potato, and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Add the broccoli florets and stir gently. Add more water if needed.
- Cover the pot and cook for 4–5 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
- Turn off the heat and allow the vegetables to cool for 10–15 minutes.
- Using a blender, blend the vegetables and cooking liquid into a smooth puree.
- Return the puree to the pot and stir in the prepared white sauce.
- Mix well and bring the soup to a gentle boil.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy your creamy homemade broccoli soup.
Final Product
