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Broccoli and Stilton Soup {Quick & Easy Recipe} Recipe

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A quick and easy Broccoli and Stilton Soup that combines fresh broccoli with creamy Stilton cheese for a rich and comforting meal. Perfect for a nutritious lunch or light dinner, this recipe can be made on the stovetop or in a slow cooker, delivering a smooth, cheesy soup in under 20 minutes or with minimal hands-on time using slow cooking.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes (stovetop) or up to 6 hours (slow cooker)
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 800 g Broccoli (Fresh or frozen)
  • 1 Onion (Peeled and chopped)
  • 2 Garlic cloves (Peeled and crushed)
  • 750 ml Stock (Vegetable or chicken, see notes)
  • 300 ml Milk
  • 160 g Stilton cheese (Grated or crumbled)
  • 40 g Stilton cheese (For garnishing, crumbled on top)
  • Croutons (To serve, optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and chop the broccoli into large chunks. Finely slice the onion and crush the garlic cloves. If using frozen broccoli, there is no need to thaw; just add everything directly to the pan.
  2. Combine Ingredients in Pan: Place the broccoli, onion, garlic, stock, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper into a large saucepan.
  3. Cook the Vegetables: Bring to a boil with the lid on, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until the broccoli and onions are just tender.
  4. Blend the Soup: Remove the pan from heat. Stir in the milk and 160 g of Stilton cheese, then blend the soup using an immersion blender or regular blender until smooth and creamy.
  5. Reheat as Needed: Return the soup to low heat if necessary to warm through before serving.
  6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with the remaining 40 g of crumbled Stilton cheese and optional croutons for added texture and flavor.
  7. Slow Cooker Option: Add broccoli, onion, garlic, and stock into the slow cooker. Cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or LOW for 5-6 hours.
  8. Blend and Finish in Slow Cooker: After slow cooking, add the milk and 160 g Stilton cheese and blend the mixture until smooth.
  9. Optional Reheat: Serve immediately or for hotter soup, continue cooking on HIGH for an additional 15-30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can use either fresh or frozen broccoli according to availability and convenience.
  • Use vegetable stock for a vegetarian version or chicken stock for more depth of flavor.
  • For a richer soup, whole milk is recommended but low-fat milk can be used as a lighter option.
  • Croutons add a pleasant crunch but can be omitted for a gluten-free diet.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes (stovetop) or 3-6 hours (slow cooker)
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: British
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://monicarecipes.com/broccoli-and-stilton-soup-quick-and-easy-recipe-recipe-2/