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Garlic Italian Broccoli Soup

Garlic Italian Broccoli Soup: Comfort in Every Spoonful

Garlic Italian Broccoli Soup is a creamy, nourishing soup that combines tender broccoli and savory garlic, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 4 cups Broccoli Use both stems and florets
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock or Vegetable Stock
  • 1 cup Water
  • 4 cloves Garlic smashed
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
For the Optional Seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg optional
For the Heartiness
  • 1 cup Orzo or Ditalini Pasta swap in gluten-free pasta if necessary
For the Finishing Touch
  • 0.5 cups Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Equipment

  • Soup pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large soup pot, combine broccoli, chicken stock, and water. Add garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper. Heat until boiling, then reduce to medium-low.
  2. Allow the soup to simmer gently for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Blend the soup to your desired consistency using a potato masher or immersion blender.
  4. Stir in orzo or ditalini pasta and cook uncovered for about 15 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, and nutmeg if desired.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with Parmesan cheese and olive oil, then serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a vegetarian version, use vegetable stock. Add grilled chicken or white beans for added protein.

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