It’s soup season! There is nothing better than coming inside to enjoy warm soup on a chilly afternoon. And soup is so easy, you really can’t go wrong.
I love that aspect of soup making – easy & can’t go wrong. Making meals with kids can be tricky. I must sound like a broken record because I feel like I say this all the time (because it’s true).
Coordinating naps, feedings, daily activities and all the other hiccups of the day is challenging, especially when hubby is working. Sometimes I just want a warm, healthy soup that doesn’t require hours in the kitchen.
The first time I made this soup E liked it. The second time, he didn’t. So I don’t know if it’s kid-friendly or not. You never can tell with a toddler, they change their minds so frequently.
I like it. But I love blended soups, it gives them a creamy taste, with or without cream! This means it can be made lower-fat or milk free (if you are avoiding dairy). It has the bonus of potatoes, which gives it more substance. You also can add pre-cooked chicken or cottage cheese for protein!
It reheats easily and goes great with a fresh bun, toast with butter, or whatever is available in your kitchen! If you’re looking for a healthy soup, try this one!
The original recipe is from Erren’s Kitchen.
Creamy Broccoli Soup
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 TBSP olive oil
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 TBSP minced dehydrated onion
- 1-1 1/2 lbs frozen broccoli
- 2 large potatoes, peeled & chopped
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Milk optional
- Shredded cheddar cheese optional
Directions
- Heat oil in a soup pot over medium heat-high heat. Add garlic and dried onion, sauté until garlic is fragrant.
- Add broccoli, potatoes, broth and spices. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer about 15 minutes or until vegetables are soft enough to be blended.
- Remove a cup of liquid.
- Using a blender or immersion blender, blend soup until desired consistency. Add milk or reserved stock as necessary, depending how thick you want your soup.
- Top with shredded cheese and serve!
Notes:
I’ve done this soup with a mixed bag of frozen broccoli and cauliflower and it works great! The amount of broccoli doesn’t seem to matter, anywhere between 1-1 1/2lbs will work.
