Creamy Garlic Italian Broccoli Soup for Cozy Nights

This Garlic Italian Broccoli Soup is a comforting, creamy dish that warms you up with its rich garlic flavor and fresh broccoli.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Soups

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 210

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Soup Base

4 cups fresh broccoli florets and stems chopped
4 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock for a vegetarian option
1 cup water
4 cloves garlic smashed
1 teaspoon kosher salt to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional

Pasta

1 cup orzo or ditalini pasta

Equipment

large pot or Dutch oven

Method

Preparation

Wash and cut the fresh broccoli into florets and small pieces, including the stems.
Gather the garlic, chicken stock, water, salt, and pepper.

Soup Base

In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the chopped broccoli, chicken stock, and water.
Add the smashed garlic, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper, then bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Simmer

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Blend

Use a potato masher or immersion blender to gently mash the broccoli for a creamy texture.

Add Pasta

Stir in orzo or ditalini pasta, increase heat to medium, and cook uncovered for about 15 minutes.

Season and Serve

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed, then serve topped with grated parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh broccoli and garlic for the best flavor. Control the texture by avoiding over-blending. For a thinner soup, cook pasta separately and add before serving.

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