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Broccoli Gruyere Soup

This creamy soup blends broccoli and vegetables with broth, cream, Gruyere, and crisp homemade bread croutons.

$2.84per serving $$
45 minstart to table
4servings

AmericanLunchesCold-weather comfortWinter

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 small yellow onions
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 2 carrots
  • 1 stalk celery
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1 lb broccoli
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp salt (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 oz grated gruyère
  • 1 pinch nutmeg
  • 2 cups cubed french bread
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps

  1. Heat the oven to 400 F and prepare a baking sheet.
  2. Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a large pot over medium heat, then cook the onions, garlic, carrots, and celery for 8 minutes.
  3. Pour in the wine and simmer for 4 minutes.
  4. Add the broccoli and broth, then simmer for 15 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
  5. Toss the bread with 2 tablespoons melted butter, spread it on the baking sheet, and bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
  6. Blend the soup carefully until smooth, stir in the cream, Gruyere, nutmeg, salt, and pepper, and heat for 3 minutes.

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