Hochbrueckner Cream Of Broccoli Soup Recipe

A taste of history! This creamy broccoli soup recipe, originally clipped from a 1984 newspaper and attributed to former New York Congressman George J. Hochbrueckner, is a family favorite. This classic recipe delivers a rich and comforting bowl of creamy goodness, perfect for a cozy night in. Easy to follow instructions ensure even novice cooks can achieve restaurant-quality results. Relive a piece of culinary history – try it today!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 205.5 kcal
Protein 20g
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Ingredients for Hochbrueckner Cream Of Broccoli Soup

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How to Make Hochbrueckner Cream Of Broccoli Soup

  1. Trim flowerets from broccoli and reserve
  2. Put aside stems for another use
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine flowerets and chicken broth
  4. Bring to a boil
  5. Reduce heat
  6. Cook, uncovered, over medium-low heat, until broccoli is tender, about 12 minutes
  7. Meanwhile, in a heavy skillet, melt butter and saute onion until golden, about 8 minutes
  8. Reduce heat to low
  9. Stir in flour and cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes
  10. Stir onion-flour mixture into soup
  11. Heat to boiling
  12. Cook until thick
  13. Remove from heat
  14. Add salt and pepper
  15. Transfer broccoli mixture to the container of a food processor
  16. Process until smooth, being careful, as hot liquid will expand
  17. Transfer to clean pot
  18. Add milk, cream, nutmeg, and dash of hot pepper sauce
  19. Heat slowly to boiling, stirring constantly, and remove from heat
  20. Pour into 6 flameproof soup bowls
  21. Sprinkle each with cheese and run under a preheated broiler until lightly browned

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

34g

Carbs

5g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Hochbrueckner Cream Of Broccoli Soup?

Hochbrueckner Cream Of Broccoli Soup takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Hochbrueckner Cream Of Broccoli Soup?

Hochbrueckner Cream Of Broccoli Soup has approximately 205.5 calories per serving, with about 20 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Hochbrueckner Cream Of Broccoli Soup?

The key ingredients for Hochbrueckner Cream Of Broccoli Soup are Broccoli, Chicken Broth, Unsalted Butter, Onion, All Purpose Flour, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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