Garlic Italian Broccoli Soup for Heartwarming Comfort Meals

Garlic Italian Broccoli Soup is a creamy, comforting dish packed with nutrients, ready in just 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Soups

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Soup Base

4 cups Broccoli Florets and stems chopped
4 cups Chicken Stock Or vegetable stock for a vegetarian version
1 cup Water
4 cloves Garlic Smashed
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste
1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground preferred

For the Optional Touch

1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Use sparingly
1 cup Orzo or Ditalini Pasta Cook separately for leftovers

For the Finish

1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Finely grated
2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil For drizzling

Equipment

Large pot
potato masher or immersion blender

Method

Preparation Steps

Start by washing and chopping the broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
Gather your garlic cloves, crushing them slightly.
Measure out your chicken stock and water.

Cooking Steps

In a large pot over medium heat, combine the broccoli, chicken stock, water, smashed garlic, and a pinch of kosher salt and black pepper.
Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to simmer for 30 minutes.
Blend the soup until desired consistency, leaving some chunky pieces.
Stir in orzo or ditalini pasta and cook for about 15 minutes.
Once the pasta is tender, season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
Serve hot, topped with parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best flavor, adjust seasonings before serving and consider adding grilled chicken or quinoa for extra protein.

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