Curried Broccoli And Leek Soup Recipes

CURRIED BROCCOLI AND LEEK SOUP

Steps:

• In a large pan or saucepan cook the leek, onion, garlic and curry powder in half a cup of the chicken stock for about 5 minutes.
• Add the broccoli and the remaining chicken stock.
• Simmer for about 15 minutes.
• Allow to cool and then blend in a food processor until smooth.
• Stir in the evaporated milk.
• Reheat but do not boil.

CURRIED BROCCOLI SOUP

Steps:

• In a pot, melt the butter over medium heat, then add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until softened (about 3-5 minutes).
• Add flour, curry powder, and cumin, and cook for about a minute, again stirring.
• Whisk in chicken broth and water. Bring to a boil, whisking until smooth.
• Add broccoli and ground black pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook for about 5 minutes.
• Using a slotted spood, remove the vegetables and put them in a blender, along with 1 cup of the liquid. Blend until smooth.
• Return blended mixture to the pot. Stir in the cream and cook for another couple of minutes to heat through, then serve.

BROCCOLI LEEK CHEESE SOUP

Steps:

• Wash broccoli and cut crosswise into 1/2″ wide stalks then cut crosswise into 1″ pieces. Wash leek and cut in half; cut crosswise into 1″ pieces.
• Place broccoli and leek into a large skillet. Add one inch of water and bring to a boil over medium high heat. Cover and let cook until tender, about 5 to 7 minutes. Do not drain.
• In a large stock pot over medium high heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and stir until mixture is smooth and bubbly.
• Turn heat to medium and pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil, whisking constantly.
• Boil and stir for one minute. Add broccoli and leek, rosemary, oregano, pepper and garlic powder.
• Turn heat to low and let simmer for 20 to 30 minutes. Stir in milk and cheese and let simmer for 5 to 10 minutes more; do not boil.
• 10 to 12 servings, about one cup each.