James Martin Broccoli And Stilton Soup
James Martin's Broccoli and Stilton Soup is a creamy, flavorful soup that showcases the classic combination of fresh broccoli and the distinct taste of Stilton cheese
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 200kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 1 celery stalk finely chopped
- 1 leek sliced
- 1 medium potato diced
- 1 liter vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 large head of broccoli about 400-500g, cut into florets
- 100 g Stilton cheese crumbled
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cream optional, for serving
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and leek, cooking until softened but not colored, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the diced potato and broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the potato is tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Add the broccoli florets to the pot and cook until they are just tender, which should take about 5 minutes. You want to preserve their green color and nutrients.
- Remove from heat. Add the crumbled Stilton cheese to the soup, stirring until the cheese is melted and the soup is smooth.
- Blend the soup using an immersion blender or in batches using a regular blender until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, with a swirl of cream if desired, for an extra touch of richness.