Creamy Broccoli Soup (Printable)

A rich, velvety soup featuring tender broccoli blended with aromatic vegetables and finished with cream for luxurious texture.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 17.6 oz broccoli florets, fresh or frozen
02 - 1 medium onion, chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
05 - 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced

→ Liquids

06 - 4 cups vegetable broth
07 - ½ cup heavy cream or plant-based cream

→ Seasonings

08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil or unsalted butter
09 - ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
10 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - Pinch of ground nutmeg

→ Garnish

12 - Extra cream, croutons, or chopped chives

# How-To Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
02 - Add diced potato and carrot. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
03 - Add broccoli florets and pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15–18 minutes until all vegetables are very tender.
04 - Remove from heat. Use an immersion blender to blend until completely smooth, or carefully transfer in batches to a standard blender.
05 - Stir in heavy cream. Add salt, pepper, and nutmeg, adjusting seasoning to taste.
06 - Reheat gently if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with extra cream, croutons, or chopped chives if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Everything goes into one pot, which means minimal cleanup and maximum relaxation while it cooks
  • The potato secretly creates the most velvety texture without needing any fancy techniques
02 -
  • Blending hot soup requires caution, either use an immersion blender directly in the pot or vent your standard blender to avoid steam pressure buildup
  • The nutmeg is optional but genuinely transforms the soup from good to extraordinary, adding a warm, subtle depth
03 -
  • Cut all vegetables into similar sized pieces so they cook evenly and finish at the same time
  • If the soup seems too thick after blending, add more broth a little at a time until you reach your preferred consistency
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