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Broccoli Cheese Soup

Name: Broccoli Cheese Soup
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 1.5 lb (700 g) broccoli; 2 tbsp (30 ml) vegetable oil; 3 tbsp (45 g) unsalted butter

by kenjilopezalt ⏱ 50 min 30 ingredients 5 steps

Broccoli cheese soup is not something I grew up with, but it's something I've grown to love. My favorite versions are intensely cheesy, but I wanted to create a version that actually celebrated broccoli, without sacrificing that creamy, cheesy goodness. Here's how I did it: Layering Broccoli Flavor: I separated the broccoli into stems and florets. The stems were sautéed with onions, carrots, and garlic, then simmered to create a deep broccoli base. The florets were seared for a sweet, nutty flavor boost, and added back in at the end. Achieving Maximum Cheesiness: I used a combination of sharp cheddar and American cheese for a balance of flavor and creaminess. Instead of a flour-based roux, I added potato to the soup base. Blending the potato acted as a natural thickener and emulsifier, preventing the cheese from clumping or becoming greasy. I added a teaspoon of dried mustard and a dash of hot sauce to accentuate the sharpness of the cheese. Key Results: The soup has a rich, layered broccoli flavor, with both depth and brightness. It's incredibly cheesy, with a smooth, creamy texture. No starchy or grainy texture. My goal was to make a broccoli cheese soup that was as comforting as the classic, but with a real, honest-to-goodness broccoli backbone. And I think I nailed it.

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1.5 lb (700 g) broccoli

2 tbsp (30 ml) vegetable oil

3 tbsp (45 g) unsalted butter

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