Creamy Broccoli Soup with Turkey Bacon: A Cozy, Delicious Revival
A creamy and comforting broccoli soup infused with the savory flavor of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the turkey bacon and cook until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Add onions and garlic to the pot, cooking until softened.
- Stir in the broccoli florets and vegetable broth, bringing to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until broccoli is tender, about 10 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth, then return to heat.
- Stir in the heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Cook until heated through.
- Serve hot, topped with crispy turkey bacon.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or eliminate it entirely.
- Can be made vegetarian by omitting turkey bacon.