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Broccoli Soup with Chive-Cayenne Oil

3.9

(28)

This low-fat soup is rich in calcium and antioxidants.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    35 minutes

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup coarsely chopped chives
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1 medium onion, chopped
1 fresh or 2 dried Turkish bay leaves
1 pound broccoli, stems and crowns cut into 1-inch pieces (about 6 cups)
4 cups low-salt chicken broth

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Puree 1/4 cup oil, chives, and cayenne in blender. Season with salt.

    Step 2

    Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and bay leaves; cook until onion is golden, stirring often, about 7 minutes. Add broccoli; stir until bright green, about 1 minute. Add broth. Simmer until broccoli is tender, about 5 minutes. Remove bay leaves. Cool soup slightly.

    Step 3

    Working in batches, puree soup in blender until smooth, about 1 minute per batch. Return soup to pot. Rewarm until hot. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

    Step 4

    Divide soup among 6 bowls. Drizzle with chive-cayenne oil and serve.

  2. Recipe remix

    Step 5

    Any remaining chive-cayenne oil is delicious drizzled over mashed potatoes. It can also be used as a topping for steamed fish or a dipping oil for crusty bread.

TagsSoupSoup/StewAmericanBroccoli/BroccoliniVegetableChiveHerbs & SpicesStarterSideDinnerDairy FreeNut FreeGluten FreeKetoEasyBlenderBon Appétit
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