Smoked Gouda-Broccoli Soup

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Smoked paprika and smoked Gouda give this broccoli-and-cheese soup recipe a double hit of smoky flavor. If you can't find smoked Gouda, smoked Cheddar gives delicious results as well.

By Christine Burns Rudalevige

Updated on April 18, 2024

Tested by

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Reviewed by Dietitian

Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD

Prep Time:

40 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition Profile:

High-Calcium Bone-Health Nut-Free Healthy Pregnancy Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Soy-Free High-Fiber High-Protein Egg-Free Low-Calorie

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Ingredients

1 ½ pounds broccoli crowns (2 medium)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 cup chopped sweet onion
2 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
⅛ teaspoon smoked paprika
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups cubed rye bread (1/2-inch pieces)
1 cup shredded smoked Gouda cheese
2 teaspoons white-wine vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground white pepper

Directions

Cut 1 1/2 cups bite-size broccoli florets and set aside. Coarsely chop the remaining broccoli.
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add flour and paprika; stir to coat. Add broth and the chopped broccoli. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce to a gentle simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, make croutons: Toss bread with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
Puree the soup in a blender, in batches if necessary, or use an immersion blender. (Use caution when pureeing hot liquids.) Return the soup to the pan over low heat. Add cheese a little at a time, stirring constantly until it melts before adding more. Stir in the reserved broccoli florets. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they are bright green, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in vinegar, salt and white pepper. Serve hot, topped with the croutons.

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, Soup Cookbook

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

316	Calories
16g	Fat
31g	Carbs
18g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 1/2 cups soup & 1/4 cup croutons
Calories 316
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 31g	11%
Dietary Fiber 7g	23%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 18g	35%
Total Fat 16g	20%
Saturated Fat 5g	27%
Cholesterol 24mg	8%
Vitamin A 1217IU	24%
Vitamin C 155mg	173%
Folate 157mcg	39%
Sodium 723mg	31%
Calcium 267mg	21%
Iron 3mg	15%
Magnesium 58mg	14%
Potassium 873mg	19%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Smoked Gouda-Broccoli Soup

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