Delia Smith Broccoli And Stilton Soup

Delia Smith’s Broccoli and Stilton Soup is made with broccoli, vegetable stock, butter, spring onions, Stilton cheese, double cream, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. This delicious Broccoli and Stilton Soup recipe creates a hearty soup that takes about 20 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 4 people.

Delia Smith Broccoli And Stilton Soup Ingredients

• 350g/12oz broccoli, florets and stalks cut into small pieces
• 400ml/14fl oz vegetable stock
• 25g/1oz butter
• 4 spring onions, finely sliced
• 50g/1¾oz Stilton, crumbled, or to taste
• 100ml/3½fl oz double cream
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• Pinch freshly grated nutmeg

For the croûtons:

• 4 slices French bread
• 100g/3½oz Stilton, sliced

How To Make Delia Smith Broccoli And Stilton Soup

1. Cook the broccoli: Put the broccoli pieces in a glass bowl and pour over the vegetable stock. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 4 minutes, or until tender.
2. Cook the spring onions: Heat a pan and melt the butter. Add the spring onions and cook for 1 minute.
3. Blend the soup: Put the cooked broccoli and stock in a blender. Add the spring onions, Stilton, and cream. Blend until smooth.
4. Heat the soup: Pour the blended soup into a pan and heat gently. Season with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.
5. Make the croûtons: Toast the French bread under a grill until golden brown. Add the Stilton slices and grill until bubbly.
6. Serve: Pour the soup into bowls and top with a Stilton croûton.

Recipe Tips

• Check Broccoli: Make sure the broccoli is soft after 4 minutes in the microwave. If it’s not tender, cook it for another minute.
• Butter Temperature: Melt the butter until it bubbles, but don’t let it brown. This helps cook the spring onions well.
• Blend Smoothly: Blend the soup until it’s completely smooth to avoid any lumps and make it creamy.
• Season Carefully: Taste the soup as you add salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Start with a little and add more if needed.
• Toast the Bread: Toast the French bread until it’s crispy before adding the Stilton. This keeps the croûtons from getting soggy.

What To Serve With Broccoli And Stilton Soup?

This creamy Broccoli and Stilton Soup pairs well with crusty bread, a fresh green salad, roasted vegetables, or cheese scones. It also can be served alongside baked potatoes, a simple quiche, fruit, or a light pasta dish for a tasty lunch or dinner.

How To Store Leftovers Broccoli And Stilton Soup?

• Refrigerate: Let the soup cool to room temperature. Put it in an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Cool the soup first, then put it in a freezer-safe container or bag. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw it in the fridge overnight before reheating.

How To Reheat Leftovers Broccoli And Stilton Soup? 

• In The Oven: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Transfer the soup to an oven-safe dish, cover it with foil, and heat for about 20 minutes, or until hot.
• In The Microwave: Place the soup in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through, until heated through.
• On the Stove: Pour the soup into a saucepan and heat over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot.

Delia Smith Broccoli And Stilton Soup Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 bowl (1/4 of recipe)

• Calories: 312
• Total Fat: 23g
• Saturated Fat: 14g
• Cholesterol: 74mg
• Sodium: 715mg
• Potassium: 447mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 15g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g
• Sugars: 6g
• Protein: 13g

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• Delia Smith Chocolate Bread And Butter Pudding
• Delia Smith Dauphinoise Potatoes
• Delia Smith Courgette Soup
• Delia Smith Lemon Meringue Pie