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My Cream Of Broccoli Soup Recipe Checks All The Best Boxes
This cream of broccoli soup checks all my comfort food boxes. It’s rich, creamy, full of flavor, and doesn’t have any fake thickeners. Here’s why it feels like this soup does it all:
- Thick and creamy, without starches or thickeners – Most cream of broccoli soup recipes rely on flour, cornstarch, or potatoes to thicken them, but not mine! Like my other thick and creamy soups ( cauliflower soup , butternut squash soup , tomato soup ), this one is naturally thickened by the veggies and reducing the liquid. Cream cheese helps, too. You can even adjust the thickness (check out my tips below ).
- So much flavor – This soup has everything: buttery aromatics, tender vegetables, and just enough cream cheese and cream to make it rich. It’s a lot like my broccoli cheddar soup , but more creamy and not cheesy.
- Simple, clean ingredients – Just 7 common ones from any grocery store, plus salt and pepper. And you definitely won’t find any of the processed ingredients the canned stuff has!
- Quick and easy – You can have this creamy broccoli soup on the table in half an hour. Perfect for busy days!
Enjoy it as a light lunch , start your healthy dinner with a warm bowl, or use it in other recipes that call for cans — minus the processed stuff. I love this cream of broccoli soup recipe in all the ways. Grab a big bunch of broccoli and make it with me!
Ingredients & Substitutions
Here I explain the best ingredients for my cream of broccoli soup recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .
- Broccoli – You’ll need 6 cups, so get the biggest bunch you can (or two small ones) and cut it into florets. Or grab pre-cut ones as a shortcut. The broccoli stems are great too, but if you’re using the stalk, peel it to remove the tough parts. You can also use frozen broccoli.
- Aromatics – Onions and garlic! You can even toss in diced carrots and celery for more flavor. You only need half an onion for this recipe, so save the other half to whip up some guacamole , toss it into a stir fry , or add it to one of my healthy salad recipes .
- Unsalted Butter – I like this brand and use it to saute the aromatics, but olive oil works great, too.
- Chicken Broth – You can use homemade chicken broth (it’s the best!), store-bought (you might need to adjust the salt depending on how salty it is), or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
- Heavy Cream & Cream Cheese – Both help thicken and make this a super creamy broccoli soup. For a dairy-free version, use full-fat coconut milk and a plant-based cream cheese.
- Sea Salt & Black Pepper
How To Make Cream Of Broccoli Soup
I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .
- Sauté the aromatics . Melt the butter in a Dutch oven ( this is my favorite , shown below) or pot over medium heat. Toss in the onions and garlic. Cook until soft and starting to brown.
- Simmer the soup. Pour in the broth and heavy cream. Add the broccoli. Bring it to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer until the broccoli is super soft, stirring occasionally.
- Blend in the cream cheese. Stir it in small pieces first, then use an immersion blender to puree until the mixture is smooth. (See my tips below to adjust the thickness if it’s too thin for you.)
- Enjoy! Season the cream of broccoli soup with salt and pepper to your taste. I like to garnish with a drizzle of olive oil (went a little overboard with it below, ha!), fresh cracked pepper, and a couple reserved broccoli florets.
My Recipe Tips
- It’s normal for the broth not to cover the broccoli florets. It won’t look like a lot, but resist the urge to add more, or your soup will turn out very thin. The broccoli will settle into the liquid as it softens when you simmer it, and you can push it down gently if needed.
- Adjust the amount of broth for the thickness you want. I use 2 1/2 cups for a moderately thick cream of broccoli soup. If you like it extra thick, reduce the amount to 2 cups. If you like it on the thinner side, opt for 3 cups.
- Don’t forget to stir when simmering. The cream can form a film if you don’t stir often enough.
- Cook time can vary — make sure your broccoli gets very soft. For a smooth and creamy broccoli soup texture, you want it softer than if you were boiling or steaming broccoli to actually eat — think almost mushy. The time depends on the size of the florets. I cut them on the smaller side, about 1-inch heads and 2 inches long, so they soften in just around 10 minutes.
- Your cream cheese needs to be very soft, too. Adding it cold can leave bits of cream cheese that resist blending. If you forgot to soften it at room temperature, you can warm it in the microwave to make it melty before adding it to the soup.
- What if your broccoli soup turned out thinner than you wanted? Honestly, the thickness varies depending on how you measure the broccoli, but it’s easy to adjust. Just simmer it very gently after it’s all blended and it’ll reduce more. It will also thicken as it cools from piping hot to warm.
- Don’t have an immersion blender? I adore this immersion blender I got last year, because it makes all my soups silky smooth without the hassle of transfering them, but a regular blender works. Make sure to vent the top to let steam escape!
- Got a smaller bunch of broccoli that isn’t quite 6 cups? You can scale the entire recipe down or just reduce the amount of broth and cream to 2 1/4 cups and 3/4 cup. The amount of liquid is the only part that makes a noticeable difference.
- Want to lighten it up? This soup is gluten-free with clean ingredients, but it’s not low in calories. If you want it lighter, you can replace the cream with half and half, or reduce the amount of cream by 1/2 cup and increase the broth by the same amount. It will be a little thinner, though.
- Can you use it in other recipes? Absolutely! Measure 1 1/4 cups of this homemade version to replace each 10.5-ounce can of cream of broccoli soup in your recipe. Just make sure it’s nice and thick (see my tips above if you need to thicken it more).
- Add protein to make it a meal. Leftover Instant Pot chicken breast , baked chicken breast , crumbled sausage, or diced ham steaks (without the glaze) all make great options. Just make sure your protein is pre-cooked before stirring into this soup.
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Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp Unsalted butter (or olive oil) ▢
- 1/2 medium Onion (diced) ▢
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced) ▢
- 2 1/2 cups Chicken broth (reduced sodium (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)) ▢
- 1 cup Heavy cream ▢
- 6 cups Broccoli (cut into medium florets) ▢
- 6 oz Cream cheese (very soft at room temperature; cut into pieces) ▢
- 1 tsp Sea salt (to taste) ▢
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper (to taste) ▢
Instructions
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- In a Dutch oven over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onions and minced garlic, and saute for 4-5 minutes , until the onions are soft and starting to brown.
- Add the chicken broth, heavy cream, and broccoli florets. Increase heat to bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes , stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is very soft.
- Stir in the pieces of cream cheese. Use an immersion blender to blend the cream of broccoli soup until completely smooth. If your soup is too thin, simmer on low, stirring often, to thicken it (but keep in mind it will thicken as it cools from piping hot to warm).
- Season the cream of broccoli soup with salt and pepper to your taste.
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Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 cup
- Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get the thickness you like, get a silky smooth texture, and prevent a film or chunks of cream cheese. I’ve also got ways to adjust if you don’t have 6 cups of broccoli or want to lighten it up, and instructions to replace canned cream of broccoli soup in recipes.
- Storage & meal prep: Let the soup cool, then pop it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days. I like to portion it out for easy lunches.
- Reheat: Warm it on the stovetop over medium-low heat, or just microwave it.
- Freeze: This soup has a lot of dairy, so can separate a bit when thawing, but yes, it’s possible to store in the freezer for up to 3 months. After thawing and heating, you’ll need to blend it again to bring back its creamy texture.
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Cream Of Broccoli Soup
Ways To Use It
This is such a versatile broccoli soup! It’s amazing for lunch or dinner, or you can use it in other recipes:
- Lunch – I love a soup-and-salad lunch! Try this with my chicken Caesar salad , wedge salad or Greek salad . Some flaxseed crackers or almond flour crackers work nicely too, either on the side or crumbled over the soup.
- Dinner – It’s the perfect starter for cozy stuffed sweet potatoes , a sheet pan chicken dinner , or if you’re feeling fancy, steak Diane .
- Casseroles – This cream of broccoli soup will work in just about any casserole recipe that calls for the canned stuff. Sometimes I use it in place of the sauce in my chicken bacon ranch casserole or chicken broccoli casserole .
- Chicken – If you like it saucy, pour the cooled soup over your chicken before baking chicken breasts .
Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List
- Want The Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF System?
- The Basic Keto Meal Formula
- Understanding Macros
- Keto Food Swaps
- Keto Food List
- Electrolyte Basics
- Keto Diet Types
- Want The Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF System?
- Recipe Reviews
Even though I have a great guide to starting a keto diet , people often ask me for a quick keto cheat sheet they can use. That’s why I created this simple keto diet cheat sheet , so that you can have all the info you need handy. We’ll cover the basic keto formula for building meals, foods to eat and to avoid, delicious keto swaps for high-carb foods, electrolyte basics, and 4 ways to follow the keto lifestyle.
You can keep reading to view this info, or download my keto cheat sheet printable pdf to print out or save ad-free on any device (plus the pdf has more details!).
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- Keto food swaps (60+ foods) – Covers virtually every food you love, so you don’t have to miss out!
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- Keto flu guide – Understand what it is and exactly how to avoid it.
- Electrolyte cheat sheet – With whole food ideas + bonus keto tips.
- Keto Diet Types – Summary of 4 ways to do keto, so you can choose what fits you best.
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The Basic Keto Meal Formula
Eating keto doesn’t have to be complicated! While there are plenty of delicious easy keto recipes to choose from, you don’t even have to cook from a recipe to get started.
Simply follow the keto cheat sheet formula of protein + veggie + fat for your meals.
Be sure to choose a moderate amount of protein, only low carb vegetables (mostly ones that grow above ground), and generous fat to attain an optimal macro ratio. That’s approximately 60-75% of calories from fat, 20-25% protein, and 5-10% from carbohydrates. The table below will give you ideas for what to choose.
| Pick A Protein | Pick A Veggie | Add Fat |
|---|---|---|
| Beef Chicken Pork Eggs Lamb Turkey Fish Shellfish Protein powder Venison | Cauliflower Broccoli Zucchini Leafy Greens Cucumbers Brussels Sprouts Cabbage Asparagus Radishes Bell Peppers Jicama Celery | Butter Avocado Oil Cheese Bacon Avocado Lard Ghee Mayo Nuts MCT Oil |
Understanding Macros
Macros are macronutrients for short. They include fat, protein, and carbohydrates.
You can calculate your own macros using the macro calculator , but the macro keto cheat sheet below will explain how to look at macros when following a keto lifestyle.
Carbs Are A Limit.
Keeping carbs low is what gets you into ketosis and keeps you there. Ketosis means that you’re using fat as your primary energy source instead of sugar, and requires keeping carbs very low.
A good starting point is 20-25 grams net carbs per day, but you can experiment after a few weeks to see if your body stays in ketosis at higher levels. People who are very active may be able to do more and stay in ketosis, up to around 50 grams per day.
“Carbs are a limit” means that you set a limit for how many carbs to eat per day and don’t exceed it. You don’t have to hit that limit, so if you’re under that’s okay, just don’t go over. Ideally most of your carbs would come from low carb vegetables, and if you’re eating enough veggies, you’ll usually get close to the limit naturally.
A common misconception is that reaching ketosis requires a certain macro ratio, but it’s really only restricting your carb intake that gets you there [ * ]. In the absence of sufficient carbs to use as energy, the body will switch to using fat as fuel. This is called the metabolic state of ketosis.
Protein Is A Goal.
Protein is made up of amino acids, the building blocks of all our cells. It’s a crucial for keeping our muscles strong and for many cellular functions [ * ].
“Protein is a goal” means that you always want to eat enough protein to reach the goal each day, but not exceed it too much. You want enough for your needs, but excess protein can trigger gluconeogenesis, which is protein being converted to sugar [ * ] and can kick you out of ketosis.
Fat Is A Lever.
Fat is the primary macronutrient in a keto lifestyle, because being in ketosis means that fat is your primary fuel source. Fat as a fuel source will come from your food, and if you are losing weight, from your body.
A big advantage of a keto lifestyle is the high fat intake. It keeps you full and satisfied, making it easier to stick to, and using it as the primary fuel source makes it easier on your body to burn body fat, with a lower chance of breaking down your muscle (provided you get enough protein).
Aside from reaching your protein goal and limiting your carbs, the remainder of your calories on a keto diet comes from fat.
Don’t fear fat – it’s your main energy source on keto, and getting enough of it trains your body to use fat for fuel instead of sugar. That means that as long as you are not overdoing your overall calorie intake, you’ll efficiently burn your body fat for fuel as well.
“Fat is a lever” means that you can increase or decrease your fat intake depending on your goals and hunger levels. Increase it (along with exercise) to gain muscle, or decrease it to lose weight.
Keto Food Swaps
One of my favorite challenges is creating recipes, or just discovering, keto food swaps. These are delicious keto replacements for traditionally high-carb or high-sugar foods.
So, I created this keto diet cheat sheet with all the swaps in one place! I also have more keto food swaps in my Easy Keto Cookbook .
Keto Swaps For Breakfast
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Pancakes | Almond flour pancakes or coconut flour pancakes |
| Oatmeal | Keto oatmeal with hemp seeds |
| Cinnamon rolls | Fathead cinnamon rolls |
| Cereal | Keto nut granola |
| Muffins | Almond flour muffins or coconut flour muffins |
| Donuts | Almond flour donuts |
| Scones | Almond flour scones |
| High-sugar smoothies | Smoothie with berries or avocado |
| Hash browns | Cauliflower hash browns |
| Breakfast casserole | Breakfast casserole with no potatoes |
| Egg whites | Whole eggs |
| Turkey bacon | Bacon |
| Waffles | Chaffles |
Keto Swaps For Bread
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Bagels | Fathead bagels |
| English muffin | Almond flour English muffin |
| White bread | Keto white bread |
| Multigrain bread | Coconut flour bread with seeds |
| Tortillas for wraps | Coconut flour tortillas |
| Corn taco shells | Cheddar cheese taco shells |
| Burger buns | Oopsie rolls , portobello mushroom caps |
| Breadsticks | Cauliflower breadsticks |
| Biscuits | Almond flour biscuits |
| Cornbread | Almond flour cornbread |
| Croutons | Parmesan crisps |
| Rice | Cauliflower rice , konjac rice |
Keto Swaps For Meals & Side Dishes
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Breaded wings | Crispy air fryer wings (unbreaded) |
| Low-fat meat & poultry | High-fat cuts, or cook low-fat cuts with fat |
| Mashed potatoes | Mashed cauliflower |
| Roasted potatoes | Roasted or fried radishes |
| Tacos | Taco salad |
| Pizza | Fathead crust , chicken crust , or cauliflower crust pizza |
| Lasagna | Eggplant lasagna |
| Potato salad | Cauliflower “potato” salad |
| French fries | Jicama , rutabaga , or zucchini fries |
| Tater tots | Cauliflower tots |
| Wraps | Lettuce wraps , almond flour tortillas |
| Sushi | Naruto-style or homemade rice-free sushi |
| Breaded chicken or fish | Breaded cuts with almond flour or pork rinds |
| Spaghetti | Zoodles , spaghetti squash , shirataki noodles, kelp noodles |
Keto Swaps For Snacks & Sauces
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Nachos | Cheese crisps |
| High-sugar fruit | Berries & other keto fruits |
| Crackers | Almond flour crackers |
| Hummus | Cauliflower hummus |
| Soft pretzels | Fathead pretzels |
| Popcorn | Puffed cheese |
| Granola bars | Grain-free granola bars |
| Jam | Sugar-free berry chia jam |
| Sweet fruity yogurt | Full-fat plain Greek yogurt with berries |
| Sweet salad dressing | Ranch , blue cheese , or plain vinaigrette |
| Ketchup | Mustard and/or sugar-free ketchup |
| BBQ sauce | Sugar-free BBQ sauce |
| Sweetened peanut butter | Natural, sugar-free nut butters |
| Light mayo | Avocado oil mayo |
| Maple syrup | Sugar-free, maple flavored syrup |
| Potato chips | Zucchini chips , pepperoni chips , pork rinds |
Keto Swaps For Cooking & Baking
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Sugar | Monk fruit or allulose |
| Powdered sugar | Powdered monk fruit or allulose |
| White flour | Almond or Coconut flour (use in tested recipes) |
| Making baked goods soft/chewy | Xanthan gum, flax seed meal, psyllium husk powder |
| Breadcrumbs | Pork rinds or almond flour |
| Margarine | Butter, coconut oil, or ghee |
| Vegetable oil | Olive or avocado oil |
| Bananas | Banana extract |
| Chocolate chips | Sugar-free chocolate chips |
| Cornstarch or flour roux | Xanthan gum or gelatin powder (used at the end) |
| Simple syrup | Dissolve monk fruit allulose blend in water over heat |
Keto Swaps For Drinks
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Lemonade | Water with lemon |
| Soda | Flavored sparkling water |
| Milk | Almond milk, coconut milk, heavy cream |
| Latte | Butter coffee |
| Coffee creamer | Heavy cream |
| Sweet wine | Dry wine |
| Beer | Ultra light beer |
| Mixed drinks | Hard liquor with soda + lemon |
If you’re looking specifically for keto alcohol options, browse the full keto alcohol guide .
Keto Food List
When looking for a keto cheat sheet printable, the most-requested information is a keto food list.
The great thing is that keto doesn’t have to feel restrictive. It’s incredibly satisfying and there’s such a wide variety of foods you can eat!
Foods To Eat On Keto
- Leafy greens – Such as spinach, chard, and lettuce.
- Above-ground veggies – Such as peppers, zucchini, and cauliflower.
- Full-fat cream & cheese – Such as heavy cream, sour cream, and full-fat hard cheeses.
- Natural meats – Such as beef, lamb, and pork.
- Berries – Such as raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries.
- Avocados
- Unsweetened nut milks – Such as almond milk and coconut milk.
- Almond flour and coconut flour
- Eggs
- Healthy fats – Such as coconut oil, avocado oil, olive oil and butter.
Foods To Avoid On Keto
- White flour & sugar
- Rice & grains – Such as barley, wheat, and corn.
- Milk & yogurt – Such as fruit on the bottom yogurt, sweetened Greek yogurt, and all milk.
- Cereal
- Processed food – Such as granola bars, candy
- Most fruit – Such as apples, bananas, and grapes
- Hydrogenated fats – Such as vegetable oil, soybean oil, and margarine
- Sweetened beverages & condiments – Such as soda, ketchup, and sweet dressings
- Starchy veggies – Such as peas, carrots, and beets.
- Potatoes – Such as sweet potatoes and white potatoes.
That’s the short keto diet cheat sheet version of all the keto food categories, but I recommend downloading the full Keto Cheat Sheet System. It includes a super detailed printable keto food list with over 100 items, including 2 color-coded pages with net carb counts, along with 6 more pages of keto cheat sheets:
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Electrolyte Basics
Getting enough electrolytes is crucial for anyone, but especially so on a keto diet. The reason is that ketosis has a diuretic effect, which increases excretion of water and electrolytes, especially sodium [ * ]. This is often the cause of the keto flu.
For more details on electrolytes and avoiding keto flu, check out the full keto flu guide here .
The important thing to know about electrolytes is that replenishing them will keep keto flu away and keep your body functioning well. I always recommend an electrolyte drink and whole food sources of anything your body needs before resorting to supplements, so I made a list of what to eat to get each of the 3 major electrolytes – sodium, magnesium and potassium.
Here’s your keto diet cheat sheet for getting electrolytes from food:
| Sodium | Magnesium | Potassium |
|---|---|---|
| Bone broth Boullion cubes Bacon Salted nuts Pickles | Seaweed Seeds Nuts Avocado Leafy greens | Potassium chloride Avocado Bone broth Spinach Broccoli Mushrooms Beef Pork |
Keto Diet Types
People follow a keto lifestyle for different reasons. Some do it just to lose weight, others are after better overall health, increased energy, and reduced inflammation.
Strictly speaking, the defining factor of a keto diet is the metabolic state of ketosis, which is achieved by restricting carbs. However, many people (myself included) also reduce or eliminate processed, inflammatory, or low-nutrient foods.
Below is your keto cheat sheet summary of the different ways that people follow keto. You choose what works best for your goals and lifestyle!
- Strict Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, count all calories and macros, and eat clean, unprocessed foods.
- Lazy Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, and track only net carbs OR eat keto foods without tracking.
- Dirty Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, with “if it fits your macros” approach including processed foods.
- Low Carb – Up to 50-100g net carbs daily, less strict.
For a more detailed listing of these different types of keto with pros and cons, grab the Easy Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF below!
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Get all this information and MORE in convenient printer-friendly format – 13 cheat sheet pages you can take with you anywhere or keep in your kitchen, plus 4 recipe cookbooks! Includes:
- Keto food list (230+ foods) – Super detailed & color-coded, with net carb counts, so you’ll know exactly what to eat.
- Foods to avoid on keto – Detailed and specific list so that you know exactly what to watch out for.
- Macros cheat sheet – Explains everything you need to know about macros to succeed on keto.
- Keto food swaps (60+ swaps) – Covers virtually every food you love, so you don’t have to miss out!
- Keto meal formula – With specific food ideas, so it’s easy to mix-and-match.
- Keto flu guide – Understand what it is and exactly how to avoid it.
- Electrolyte cheat sheet – With whole food ideas + bonus keto tips.
- Keto Diet Types – Summary of 4 ways to do keto, so you can choose what fits you best.
- FOUR (4!) Keto Swaps Recipe EBooks – Dozens of recipes to replace bread, rice, potatoes, pasta, desserts, and other carbs you’d otherwise miss.
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Cream Of Broccoli Soup (Easy Recipe)
This 30-minute cream of broccoli soup recipe is thick and creamy, without starches or thickeners! Enjoy a cozy bowl or use in other recipes.
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Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Unsalted butter (or olive oil)
- 1/2 medium Onion (diced)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 1/2 cups Chicken broth (reduced sodium (or vegetable broth for vegetarian))
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 6 cups Broccoli (cut into medium florets)
- 6 oz Cream cheese (very soft at room temperature; cut into pieces)
- 1 tsp Sea salt (to taste)
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onions and minced garlic, and saute for 4-5 minutes , until the onions are soft and starting to brown.
- Add the chicken broth, heavy cream, and broccoli florets. Increase heat to bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes , stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is very soft.
- Stir in the pieces of cream cheese. Use an immersion blender to blend the cream of broccoli soup until completely smooth. If your soup is too thin, simmer on low, stirring often, to thicken it (but keep in mind it will thicken as it cools from piping hot to warm).
- Season the cream of broccoli soup with salt and pepper to your taste.
Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 cup
- Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get the thickness you like, get a silky smooth texture, and prevent a film or chunks of cream cheese. I’ve also got ways to adjust if you don’t have 6 cups of broccoli or want to lighten it up, and instructions to replace canned cream of broccoli soup in recipes.
- Storage & meal prep: Let the soup cool, then pop it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days. I like to portion it out for easy lunches.
- Reheat: Warm it on the stovetop over medium-low heat, or just microwave it.
- Freeze: This soup has a lot of dairy, so can separate a bit when thawing, but yes, it’s possible to store in the freezer for up to 3 months. After thawing and heating, you’ll need to blend it again to bring back its creamy texture.
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