Gramma's Cream of Broccoli

SUBMITTED BY: Proud Albertan 

"This is a terrific and easy recipe I got from my late Grandmother. It's my favorite soup recipe ever!"
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  20 Min
READY IN  35 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 3 cups water
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 cup chopped broccoli
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 14 1/2 ounces evaporated milk
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons grated onion
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups water and salt to a boil. Cook broccoli in boiling water, uncovered, for 10 to 12 minutes. Drain, place broccoli in a small bowl, and mash.
  2. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Mix in flour, and then gradually whisk in milk and water; stir continuously until liquid begins to boil. Stir in grated onion and mashed broccoli. Season with remaining salt.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.26 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 1, 2005 by MARMARL 
I was pleasantly surprised by this recipe. This is the only Cream of Broccoli soup I could... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.26 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 20, 2008 by KELEKITCHEN 
This soup is superb. Used skim milk and opted to saute the onion til transparent for... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.26 star rating.
Reviewed on May 26, 2007 by SATRNTGR 
This was great. I was tired of all of the Cream of Broccoli recipes making you cook the stuff... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.26 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 12, 2006 by robyn devine 
This soup was very good, and quick and easy to make! I gave it 4 stars though because i... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.26 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 11, 2005 by Melanie Esqueda 
I loved it - I left out the onions, added black pepper, and left the broccoli in large chunks.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.26 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 26, 2007 by MARY KELSO 
This recipe was both simple and tasty. I almost got my boys to eat broccoli and probably... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.26 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 13, 2007 by orgflite 
I gave this recipe a four because it doesn't make alot. Perfect for 2-3 people lunch. Kids... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.26 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 2, 2005 by MLA1537 
This was a tasteless soup. I had to add cheese to thicken it up, and then the soup broke. ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.26 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 27, 2008 by pearl 
As a cream of broccoli it was pretty good, but cheese makes it even better. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.26 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 18, 2009 by The King's kid 
This recipe is a keeper. Made it twice, with 2nd time coming out much better after some... MORE


 
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Nutritional Information
Gramma's Cream of Broccoli

Servings Per Recipe: 6

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 144

  • Total Fat: 9.1g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg
  • Sodium: 1465mg
  • Total Carbs: 10.9g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 5.5g

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