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Easy Italian Garlic Broccoli Soup

A comforting and creamy garlic broccoli soup that is incredibly easy to make and delightful for the whole family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh, for the best flavor)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnishes
  • Grated Parmesan cheese Optional for garnish
  • Croutons Optional for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the broccoli and chop it into florets. Finely mince the garlic and chop the onion.
  2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Cooking
  1. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, cooking for another minute while stirring constantly.
  3. Toss in the broccoli florets and stir to coat them in the garlic-onion mixture. Cook for about 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cover, cooking for about 15 minutes until the broccoli is tender.
  5. Blend the soup until smooth and creamy using an immersion blender or a traditional blender.
  6. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and sprinkle on grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
  7. Ladle into bowls and garnish with croutons or additional cheese, then enjoy while warm.

Notes

For a thinner soup, add more vegetable broth to achieve desired consistency. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stove over low heat, adding broth if it thickens too much.