Creamy Broccoli Soup 🥦

 Creamy Broccoli Soup 🥦🥣

Ingredients:

1 head of broccoli, cut into bite-sized florets

1 cup pre-cooked shredded carrots

2 tablespoons butter

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup heavy cream (or sour cream for tangier flavor)

1/2 cup milk

1/2 cup grated cheese (cheddar, Parmesan, or your favorite melty kind)

Salt and pepper to taste

Pinch of ground nutmeg (optional, but adds depth!)

Directions:

Sauté Garlic & Carrots:

In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Then stir in the pre-cooked shredded carrots just to warm them through.

Add Creamy Base:

Pour in the cream and milk, and bring to a gentle simmer while stirring. Add a pinch of nutmeg if using, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Add Broccoli:

Gently stir in the broccoli florets. Simmer for 8–10 minutes, uncovered, until the broccoli is tender but still bright green. You can cook a little longer if you like it softer.

Melt in the Cheese:

Reduce heat to low, and stir in the grated cheese until melted and creamy. Be sure to stir often so the cheese doesn’t stick to the bottom.

Taste & Serve:

Adjust seasoning if needed. Ladle into bowls and enjoy hot! Great with warm bread, croutons, or a sprinkle of extra cheese on top.

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5. Q: Have you ever tried cooking a foreign recipe?

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9. Q: Have you ever made bread from scratch?

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10. Q: What is the most difficult dish you’ve ever cooked?

A: The most difficult dish I’ve cooked is lasagna. It takes a long time because you have to prepare the pasta, the meat sauce, the cheese sauce, and then layer everything before baking it.

11. Q: Do you prefer sweet or savory dishes?

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12. Q: How do you usually season your food?

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13. Q: What is your favorite dessert to make?

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15. Q: Have you ever created your own recipe?

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