Jamie Oliver Broccoli And Stilton Soup
Jamie Oliver’s Broccoli and Stilton Soup is a simple yet luxurious dish that combines the fresh, green flavors of broccoli with the sharp, salty taste of Stilton cheese. The soup is typically blended until smooth, creating a velvety texture, with the Stilton cheese melting into the mixture to create a rich and creamy finish. This recipe is quick to make and offers a comforting bowl of goodness that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
- Broccoli (500g / 1 lb): Fresh or frozen, cut into florets for quick cooking.
- Stilton cheese (150g / 5 oz): Crumbled, for a sharp and tangy flavor.
- Onion (1 large): Chopped, adding sweetness to balance the flavors.
- Garlic cloves (2): Minced, to enhance the overall depth of the soup.
- Vegetable stock (1 liter / 4 cups): Forms the base of the soup, adding richness.
- Butter (2 tbsp): For sautéing the vegetables and adding creaminess.
- Olive oil (1 tbsp): To prevent the butter from burning while cooking.
- Single cream (optional, 100ml / ⅓ cup): For extra creaminess.
- Salt and pepper: To taste, for seasoning.
Instructions
- Sauté the onions and garlic: In a large pot, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Cook the broccoli: Add the broccoli florets to the pot and stir well. Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
- Blend the soup: Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier texture, you can blend half of the soup and leave the rest as is.
- Add the Stilton: Stir in the crumbled Stilton cheese, allowing it to melt into the soup. If you’re adding cream, stir it in at this point to make the soup extra creamy.
- Season and taste: Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning as needed.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with an extra crumble of Stilton or a drizzle of cream for a finishing touch.