For a more elegant presentation, consider using smaller, artisanal croutons instead of larger bread slices. This will ensure a better cheese-to-crouton ratio and prevent sogginess. A touch of freshly grated Parmesan cheese added to the Cheddar will enhance the flavor complexity of the gratin. For a richer soup, use chicken broth instead of vegetable broth.
Broccoli Soup au Gratin
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME35 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 5 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS19
Elevate your broccoli experience with this luxuriously creamy soup, crowned with a golden, bubbling cheese crust. A sophisticated twist on a classic, perfect for a cozy night in.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate29 g
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Cholesterol97 mg
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Fiber6 g
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Protein22 g
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Saturated Fat19 g
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Sodium1534 mg
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Sugar8 g
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Fat32 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepMelt 1 tablespoon butter in a large pot over medium heat; add onion. Cook and stir until turns translucent, 5 to 6 minutes. Add garlic; stir for 1 minute. Pour in broth; bring to a simmer over high heat.
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StepMeanwhile, separate broccoli florets from heads; cut large florets in half. Cut stems in half, then into 1/2-inch pieces.
03
StepAdd florets and stems to simmering broth; cover and cook until broccoli slightly softens, 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer, stirring occasionally, until broccoli is very tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat.
04
StepPurée with an immersion blender until smooth. Stir in cream, salt, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Return soup to medium-low heat; cook until cream is heated through, about 5 minutes.
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StepPreheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
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StepButter both sides of bread with remaining 1 tablespoon butter; place on the prepared baking sheet.
07
StepBake in the preheated oven until toasted and crisp, 4 to 5 minutes, flipping halfway through. Transfer bread to a plate. Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and turn on the oven's broiler.
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StepPlace 6 oven-proof soup crocks on the same baking sheet. Ladle soup into crocks, filling almost to the top. Place 1 piece toasted bread on top soup in each crock; cover with Cheddar cheese.
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StepBroil until cheese is browned and bubbly, 3 to 4 minutes.
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Nick Hagenes
Jun 27, 2025Delicious recipe! Will definitely make it again.
Geraldine Runolfsdottir
Jun 18, 2025I found the soup a bit too thick. Next time, I'll add more vegetable broth.
Chloe Powlowski
Jun 12, 2025The nutmeg and cayenne pepper add such a wonderful depth of flavor.
Camille Skiles
Jun 4, 2025I used small croutons instead of one big piece of bread, and it worked perfectly.
Garret Hammes
May 23, 2025My kids loved this soup! It's a great way to get them to eat broccoli.
Ashleigh Bode
Apr 30, 2025This soup is amazing! The cheesy crouton is the perfect touch.