Broccoli and Stilton Bisque
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
A velvety, luxurious soup combining tender broccoli with the distinctive tang of Stilton cheese, finished with a touch of cream for an elegant yet comforting dish.
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Ingredients
- 500 gbroccoli florets(cut into small pieces)
- 1onion(finely chopped)
- 2celery stalks(diced)
- 2garlic cloves(minced)
- 800 mlvegetable stock
- 150 gstilton cheese(crumbled)
- 200 mldouble cream
- 30 gbutter
- 100 mlwhite wine
- 1 tspsea salt
- 1 tspblack pepper
- ½ tspnutmeg
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Instructions
- 1
Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, celery, and garlic, sautéing gently for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Tip: Don't let the vegetables brown; keep the heat moderate for a delicate flavour base.
- 2
Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for 2 minutes to burn off the alcohol and add depth to the soup.
Tip: This step enhances the overall complexity of the bisque.
- 3
Add the broccoli florets and vegetable stock to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-18 minutes until the broccoli is completely tender.
Tip: Overcooked broccoli will blend into a creamier texture; undercooked will leave it slightly fibrous.
- 4
Remove the pot from heat and let cool slightly. Crumble the Stilton cheese into the pot, stirring well until completely dissolved and incorporated.
Tip: Cooling slightly prevents the cheese from breaking down into greasy clumps; it should blend smoothly into the liquid.
- 5
Using an immersion blender, purée the soup until smooth and velvety. Work in batches if using a traditional blender.
Tip: Blend thoroughly for at least 2-3 minutes to achieve a silky texture.
- 6
Stir in the double cream, and season to taste with sea salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Heat gently over low heat without allowing the soup to boil.
Tip: Nutmeg is subtle here but elevates the creamy, cheesy flavours beautifully.
- 7
Serve hot in warm bowls, garnished with toasted breadcrumbs or extra crumbled Stilton if desired.
Tip: A drizzle of truffle oil or a crispy bacon crumb makes an excellent garnish for dinner parties.
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