Broccoli and Stilton soup recipe

Our broccoli and Stilton soup is quick and easy to make and only uses five ingredients 

Soup is a brilliant family meal as you can make it ahead and then reheat in portions depending on everyone’s schedule. Don’t worry if you think Stilton is too punchy in flavour for younger palettes, it mellows a lot during cooking and is diluted thanks to the stock and broccoli. You can enjoy it as it or serve with toasted pine nuts and a dollop of creme fraiche or drizzle of double cream for even more richness. 

Ingredients

• 1tbsp sunflower oil
• 1 onion, peeled and chopped
• 1 litre (1¾ pints) vegetable stock
• 500g (1lb) broccoli, roughly chopped
• 125g (4oz) mature Stilton

Method 

1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan and add the onion. Cook over a medium heat for about 5-7 mins, or until the onion starts to soften but not colour.
2. Pour the stock into the pan and bring to the boil. Cover the pan, reduce the heat and simmer the mixture for about 5 mins.
3. Add the broccoli to the pan, bring to the boil and cook for a further 4-5 mins, until the broccoli is just tender.
4. Remove the pan from the heat and crumble in half the Stilton. Purée the soup in a liquidiser, food processor or with a stick blender until smooth. Season the soup to taste.
5. Divide the soup between the bowls and serve with the remaining cheese on top.

Watch how to make our broccoli and Stilton soup

Top tips for making our broccoli and Stilton soup

Make sure you use the stalks and florets in the recipe. You should dice everything quite small so it cooks quickly and retains a vibrant green colour.

Jessica Ransom

“If you’re hosting a dinner party or big family lunch, making soup is an easy way to show off and include a starter. It can be made ahead and then reheated just before serving. Reserve some small broccoli florets if you want to impress them with your presentation skills and serve with warm crusty rolls or cheese scones to go the extra mile.” 

For a smooth texture you need to puree the soup and food writer Jessica Ransom’s equipment of choice is a stick blender.

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Using a stick blender means less washing up as you can blend it in the saucepan and then cover with a lid and store in the fridge until you want to reheat and serve. 

For something less cheesy try our carrot and butternut squash soup next. You might also like this chicken tom yum soup or our classic cream of tomato soup is another favourite.