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February 9, 2019 · 10 Comments

Cream of Broccoli Soup

Recipe Archive· Soup

Creamy buttery white sauce with fresh florets of broccoli floating in this soup will warm you up on a cold winter day.
Creamy buttery white sauce with fresh florets of broccoli floating in this soup will warm you up on a cold winter day.

Cream of Broccoli Soup

When I make soup from scratch you can bet it is more than likely to be a cream based soup.

I don’t make my own broth but this is still delicious and warm when served to the family.

In the winter it is a meal in itself when half a sandwich is added.

In the warmer weather I still serve soup but pair it with a fresh salad made with greens and veggies straight from the garden.

You will definitely be upping your game when you place this soup on the table and serve to a hungry family.

These are the INGREDIENTS you will need:

  • 8 Tbsp Butter splt between 6 and 2 tbs
  • 2/3 Cup Flour
  • 1/4 Cup Chopped onion
  • 4 Cups broccoli florets, cut into bite sized pieces (fresh or frozen)
  • 6 Cups chicken broth (or you can use the 49 1/2 oz can)
  • 3/4 Cup Half and Half creamer
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Pepper

These are the INSTRUCTIONS for preparation:

  • In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the 6 T. butter. 
  • Add in the flour and whisk until blended, do not brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, melt the 2 T. butter. Add onion and cook until tender. Add chopped broccoli florets, cook and stir about 6 minutes.
  • Add the chicken broth. Increase the heat at this point and bring to a boil. 
  • Whisking constantly, add the flour mixture. 
  • Cook and stir until soup is thickened and bubbly.
  • Add in the salt, pepper, and half & half. 
  • Heat through and serve hot.

NOTES:

*The soup will thicken upon standing.

*You can substitute cauliflower or broccoflower in place of the broccoli.

In the winter, when the snow is on the ground and the air is brisk, this Cream of Broccoli Soup screams to be served.

Creamy buttery white sauce with fresh florets of broccoli floating in this soup will warm the family up on a cold winter day. 

Can’t you just see the kiddos now?

Struggling to pull off boots full of melting snow.

Their socks soaking wet. The mittens heavy from the frozen snow.

Their hats and scarves discarded on the floor. The dissatisfaction of snow pants refusing to pull off.

Ahhh, sweet memories.

While they follow your orders to hang up the wet clothes and take care of their boots you will be in the kitchen giving the final stir to your Cream of Broccoli Soup!

The best part of this scenario is the aroma coming from the kitchen.

The butter mixing with the half and half is the first taste you get of the goodness in the bowl.

Freshly cooked broccoli swims among the creamy base. It provides not only flavor but color too.

When you add oyster crackers to the warm soup you get the final touches needed.

The textures of the softening crackers, broccoli and creamy base bring the entire dish together.

The flavors surround the ingredients wrapping them together like a nice warm hug.

What more do you need on a cold winter day?

Creamy buttery white sauce with fresh florets of broccoli floating in this soup will warm you up on a cold winter day.

Cream of Broccoli Soup

Creamy buttery white sauce with fresh florets of broccoli floating in this soup will warm you up on a cold winter day. 
4.41 from 10 votes
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: broccoli, soup
Method: Stove Top
Skill Level: Intermediate
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Adjust Servings: 4
Calories: 277kcal
Author: Marilyn

Ingredients

  • 8 Tbsp Butter splt between 6 and 2 tbs
  • 2/3 Cup Flour
  • 1/4 Cup Chopped onion
  • 4 Cups broccoli florets, cut into bite sized pieces (fresh or frozen)
  • 6 Cups chicken broth (or you can use the 49 1/2 oz can)
  • 3/4 Cup Half and Half creamer
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Pepper

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the 6 T. butter.
  • Add in the flour and whisk until blended, do not brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, melt the 2 T. butter. Add onion and cook until tender. Add chopped broccoli florets, cook and stir about 6 minutes.
  • Add the chicken broth. Increase the heat at this point and bring to a boil.
  • Whisking constantly, add the flour mixture.
  • Cook and stir until soup is thickened and bubbly.
  • Add in the salt, pepper, and half & half.
  • Heat through and serve hot.

Notes

The soup will thicken upon standing.
You can substitute cauliflower or broccoflower in place of the broccoli.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1Cup | Calories: 277kcal (14%) | Carbohydrates: 24g (8%) | Protein: 13.4g (27%) | Fat: 30.8g (47%) | Saturated Fat: 18.5g (93%) | Cholesterol: 77mg (26%) | Sodium: 1942.7mg (81%) | Fiber: 0.8g (3%) | Sugar: 1.6g (2%)
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  1. blankMary says

    March 1, 2019 at 8:04 AM

    Marlyn, this is exactly what I need to make with all the broccoli I buy but always forget to eat. It is just perfect for this snowy winter day!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      March 1, 2019 at 10:54 AM

      I love using leftovers for soup. We usually have some sort of soup or stew every week. Enjoy! Enjoy your day!

      Reply
  2. blankAlice V-DIYerfy says

    February 21, 2019 at 6:59 AM

    Lovely recipe and I didn’t know it was so simple to make. I’ve only had the kind that comes out of a can but I will have to make my own some day. Thanks for linking up with us at #OMHGWW and hope to see you next week!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      February 21, 2019 at 9:03 AM

      Thank you Alice. I am thinking the diifference in taste would be like using canned cranberry sauce instead of using the blender. LOL. You must try this. It is so easy or I would never have made it. Have a wonderful day!

      Reply
  3. blankMadalyn says

    February 18, 2019 at 10:16 AM

    Ooooo. I love cream of broccoli soup, especially when paired in a bread bowl. Have you ever tried with a spicy cheese? I’d be interested to see how it would taste with a kick!

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      February 18, 2019 at 7:10 PM

      Yes and yes!! I love soups, stews and chili in bread bowls. I have put cheddar on it but never anything spicy. I think I need to try that. Thanks for the suggestion!! Have a wonderful week!

      Reply
  4. blankcandy says

    February 18, 2019 at 9:49 AM

    Love any type of cream soup. Does this freeze well? Found you on Grand Social Blogging Grandmothers link party.

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    • blankMarilyn says

      February 18, 2019 at 7:09 PM

      Yes, it does freeze well. You may need to thicken again as you reheat, but I don’t bother when I do. Thanks for asking! Have a wonderful week!

      Reply
  5. blankClearissa Coward says

    February 10, 2019 at 6:51 PM

    One of my favorite soups. TFS.

    Reply
    • blankMarilyn says

      February 10, 2019 at 9:00 PM

      Cream of Broccoli is also my favorite. Happy Valentine’s Day.

      Reply

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