Best Broccoli And Swiss Soup Recipes

BROCCOLI AND SWISS SOUP

Steps:

• 1. In a large pot saute onions and garlic and then add the chicken stock.
• 2. Cut the broccoi into small pieces and add to the stock and simmer until the broccoli is tender. Then add the half & half,salt and pepper.
• 3. Bring to a boil and add the roux until the soup thickens. Then turn off the heat and whisk in the cheese.
• 4. When the cheese is melted its ready to serve.

BROCCOLI AND SWISS CHEESE SOUP

Steps:

• 1. Cut enough florets to measure 2 cups.
• 2. Cut rest of broccoli into 1 inch pieces.
• 3. Cook florets and broccoli pieces, separately, in lightly salted water until just tender.
• 4. (Florets will be done first.)
• 5. Immediately rinse in cold water.
• 6. Drain.
• 7. Set florets aside until serving time.
• 8. In a large saucepan saute green onions in butter until tender; usually about 4 minutes.
• 9. Sprinkle in flour and cook one more minute, stirring with whisk.
• 10. Remove from heat and stir in broth.
• 11. Return to heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• 12. Add broccoli pieces to broth and puree in blender in batches, until smooth.
• 13. Just before serving, blend in cream and swiss cheese.
• 14. Simmer gently until cheese melts.
• 15. Add nutmeg, salt and pepper.
• 16. Add reserved florets and heat through.