Soup Maker Broccoli and Stilton Soup Recipe
Introduction
This Soup Maker Broccoli and Stilton Soup is a creamy, comforting dish that’s perfect for a quick lunch or cozy dinner. Bursting with fresh broccoli and tangy blue cheese, it blends rich flavors with effortless preparation.
Ingredients
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 celery stick, sliced
- 1 leek, sliced
- 1 medium potato, diced
- 750ml low salt or homemade chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 head broccoli, roughly chopped
- 140g stilton, or other blue cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Step 1: Put all the ingredients into the soup maker, except the stilton. Make sure not to fill the soup maker above the max fill line.
- Step 2: Press the ‘smooth soup’ function and wait for the cycle to complete.
- Step 3: Season the soup, then stir in most of the stilton. Blend briefly again until the cheese has melted into the soup.
- Step 4: Adjust seasoning with more black pepper if needed, and top with the reserved stilton before serving.
Tips & Variations
- Substitute stilton with any other blue cheese or even mild cheddar for a different flavor profile.
- For a vegan version, use vegetable stock and replace stilton with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or a dash of cream for extra richness.
Storage
Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, stirring occasionally to maintain a smooth texture.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use frozen broccoli for this soup?
Yes, frozen broccoli works well and can be added directly to the soup maker without thawing.
What if I don’t have a soup maker?
You can cook the vegetables in a pot with stock until soft, then blend with a hand blender. Stir in the cheese off the heat until melted.
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Soup Maker Broccoli and Stilton Soup Recipe
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
A creamy and comforting broccoli and Stilton soup made effortlessly using a soup maker. This smooth soup blends nutritious broccoli with the rich, tangy flavor of Stilton cheese for a hearty, flavorful dish perfect for any season.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 celery stick, sliced
- 1 leek, sliced
- 1 medium potato, diced
- 1 head broccoli, roughly chopped
Liquids
- 750ml low salt or homemade chicken or vegetable stock
Cheese
- 140g Stilton, or other blue cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Finely chop the onion, slice the celery and leek, dice the potato, and roughly chop the broccoli to prepare all vegetables for the soup maker.
- Load Soup Maker: Place all the prepared vegetables and the low salt or homemade chicken or vegetable stock into the soup maker, ensuring not to fill above the maximum fill line.
- Cook Soup: Select and press the ‘smooth soup’ function on your soup maker. This will cook and blend the ingredients into a smooth consistency automatically.
- Add Stilton Cheese: Once the cooking cycle is complete, season the soup to taste with salt and pepper, then stir in most of the crumbled Stilton cheese.
- Blend Cheese into Soup: Briefly blend the soup again until the Stilton cheese melts completely, creating a creamy texture and rich flavor.
- Serve: Season with additional black pepper if desired, and garnish the soup with the reserved crumbled Stilton on top before serving.
Notes
- Ensure not to exceed the maximum fill line of your soup maker to avoid overflow or malfunction.
- You can substitute Stilton with another blue cheese if preferred, such as Roquefort or Gorgonzola.
- Adjust seasoning carefully as Stilton cheese is naturally salty.
- Use low salt stock to better control the sodium level in the soup.
- This soup can be served with crusty bread or croutons for added texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: British
Keywords: broccoli soup, Stilton soup, creamy soup, soup maker recipe, healthy soup, British soup, easy soup
