Delicious homemade creamed broccoli soup

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This creamy and delicious broccoli soup is the perfect comfort food for any time of the year. The rich and savory flavors of the creamed broccoli combined with the warmth of a hot bowl of soup will leave you feeling satisfied and content. This easy-to-make recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh broccoli, chopped
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grated cheddar cheese for garnish

Directions

  1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until soft.
  2. Add the chopped broccoli and cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Sprinkle the flour over the broccoli and stir to coat. Cook for another minute.
  4. Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
  5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
  6. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender to blend in batches.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with grated cheddar cheese.
  9. Enjoy your creamy broccoli soup!

Interesting Facts

  • Broccoli is a superfood packed with vitamins and minerals.
  • Creamed soups are a classic comfort food that have been enjoyed for centuries.
  • This recipe can easily be made vegetarian by using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.