Description
Savory cream of broccoli soup elevates classic comfort with Ina Garten’s signature elegance. Creamy, rich flavors blend perfectly, offering a luxurious experience you’ll want to enjoy again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups broccoli florets
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups milk
- 5 tablespoons (75 ml) butter, divided
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) all-purpose flour
- Ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a stockpot, melt butter and gently cook celery and onions until translucent and softened, releasing their aromatic essence.
- Simmer Broccoli: Add chicken broth and broccoli florets, covering and simmering for 8-10 minutes until vegetables become tender while preserving their vibrant green hue.
- Blend Soup: Transfer hot mixture to a blender, using a towel-covered lid for safety. Pulse and then blend thoroughly until achieving a silky, smooth consistency. For convenience, an immersion blender can be used directly in the pot.
- Create Roux: In a separate saucepan, melt remaining butter over medium-low heat. Whisk in flour and milk gradually, stirring consistently to develop a thick, creamy base without lumps.
- Combine and Season: Integrate the roux into the puréed soup, whisking smoothly to ensure a velvety texture. Enhance with freshly ground black pepper, creating a harmonious and rich flavor profile.
- Serve Immediately: Ladle the hot soup into warm serving bowls, preserving its comforting temperature and delivering a luxurious culinary experience.
Notes
- Prevent Blender Splatter: Cover the blender lid with a folded kitchen towel to avoid hot soup explosions and ensure safe, mess-free blending.
- Maintain Broccoli’s Vibrancy: Simmer broccoli for 8-10 minutes max to preserve its bright green color and prevent overcooking.
- Create Smooth Texture: Use low-and-slow whisking technique when combining roux with soup to eliminate lumps and achieve silky consistency.
- Temperature Matters: Serve soup immediately after preparation to enjoy its optimal rich, comforting warmth and creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg