Fresh Broccoli Soup
Ingredients
- 2 tblsp. unsalted butter
- 2 tblsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 stalk of celery chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic smashed
- 1 tblsp. chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tblsp. chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tsp. white pepper
- 2 heads chopped broccoli stems and florets
- 4 cups of vegetable stock (or chicken stock)
- 1 tsp. salt
- fresh ground pepper
- For garnish: shredded Parmesan or cheddar cheese
Preparation
- In large pot heat butter and oil over medium heat, add onion and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic, thyme, parsley, stir to combine.
- Add broccoli and stock.
- Increase heat to high, bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and puree soup in batches if using a blender, or use an immersion blender directly in pot.
- Stir in ½ and ½ and white pepper.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Category
Soups