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Traditional Cream of Broccoli Soup

A delicious and simple traditional cream of broccoli soup everyone will love!

Course Soup
Cuisine American
Keyword Cream of Broccoli Soup
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 cups chicken stock (or enough to cover broccoli)
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 1/4 cup heavy or whipping cream
  • 1 salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Over medium heat, add olive oil, diced onion and minced garlic clove. 

  2. Cook until onion is tender, about 5-10 minutes. 

  3. Add the remainder of the ingredients, except the cream. 

  4. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes. 

  5. Once the broccoli is cooked, add the cream and simmer for another 5 minutes. 

  6. Puree with a hand mixer until smooth, about 3 - 5 minutes. 

  7. Add more cream for desired thickness. 

  8. Serve with grated sharp cheddar, bacon bits and fresh cracked pepper.