Nigella Broccoli Stilton Soup​ ​Recipe ​

This delicious, creamy broccoli and Stilton soup is the perfect comforting dish for any season. Quick and easy to make, it’s packed with rich flavors and can be customized with common ingredients. A fantastic recipe from Nigella, this soup is ideal as a light lunch or a satisfying starter.

Ingredients Needed:

• 3 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil
• 6 spring onions, finely chopped
• 2 tsp dried thyme
• 1 kg / 2.2 lbs frozen broccoli
• 1250 ml / 5 ¼ cups hot vegetable stock (from concentrate or cube)
• 200 g / 7 oz Stilton cheese, crumbled or chopped
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 long fresh red chili pepper, deseeded and finely chopped (optional, for garnish)

How To Make Broccoli Stilton Soup?

1. Cook the Spring Onions: Heat 3 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add 6 chopped spring onions and cook for 2 minutes until softened.
2. Add Broccoli & Season: Stir in 2 tsp dried thyme and 1 kg frozen broccoli, cooking for a minute to combine the flavors.
3. Add Stock & Stilton: Pour in 1250 ml hot vegetable stock and add 200 g crumbled Stilton cheese. Bring to a simmer, cover with a lid, and cook for 5 minutes.
4. Blend the Soup: Transfer the soup in batches to a blender (or food processor) and blend until smooth. If the soup has cooled, reheat it in the pan. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
5. Garnish & Serve: Serve the soup hot, garnished with 1 finely chopped red chili pepper (optional) for a spicy finish.

Recipe Tips:

• Use Fresh Broccoli: If you have fresh broccoli, you can use it instead of frozen. Just cook it a little longer.
• Adjust the Cheese: Stilton can be strong, so add more or less depending on how cheesy you like your soup. You can also try a different blue cheese.
• Make it Creamy: For an extra creamy soup, add a little double cream after blending.
• Taste and Season: Taste the soup before serving and add more salt, pepper, or herbs if needed.
• Spicy Option: If you like spice, add more chili pepper or some chili flakes for a kick.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Let the soup cool to room temperature, then store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Cool the soup first, then store it in a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw it in the fridge overnight before reheating.
• Reheat: Heat the soup in a pot over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it’s hot.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 213 kcal
• Total Fat: 14g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 800mg
• Potassium: 0mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 9g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g
• Sugars: 6g
• Protein: 10g

Try More Nigella  Lawson Recipes:

• Nigella Celeriac Soup ​Recipe
• Nigella Chicken Noodle Soup
• Nigella Cauliflower Soup