Broccoli And Shell Macaroni Soup Recipes

MACARONI AND CHEESE SOUP WITH BROCCOLI

Steps:

• Boil pasta in salted water according to package directions for al dente. Drain and set aside.
• Chop onion, carrot, celery, garlic by hand or mini food processor.
• In a large soup pot or dutch oven, melt light butter. Add chopped vegetables and sauté on low heat until soft, about 5 minutes.
• Add flour and fresh pepper to the pot and stir until smooth.
• Slowly add chicken broth, milk, nutmeg and dry mustard powder; whisking constantly.
• Set heat to medium-low and let it come to a slow boil. Cover and cook on low about 10-15 minutes.
• Add broccoli florets, parmesan cheese, and stir well. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
• Cook uncovered until broccoli is cooked, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and wait until it stops boiling.
• Add cheddar cheese a little at a time, mixing well until cheese melts.
• Return the cooked elbows to the soup and mix well, adjust salt and pepper if needed.
• Eat right away so the pasta doesn't absorb all the broth.

BROCCOLI AND PASTA SOUP

Steps:

• Bring a covered pot of water to a boil for cooking the pasta.
• Meanwhile, combine the garlic, onions, and oil in a soup pot and sauté on medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring regularly, until the onions start to caramelize.
• Add the wine or water and stir well.
• Cook until the liquid evaporates, 4 to 5 minutes.
• Add the red pepper flakes, broccoli, water, and salt.
• Cover and cook for 7 to 9 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
• When the pasta water boils, add the pasta and cook al dente, 8 to 10 minutes,
• Drain, and set aside.
• When the broccoli is tender, puree about 1/3 of the soup mixture in a blender until smooth and return it to the soup pot.
• Stir in the cooked pasta.
• Add a little water if you prefer a thinner soup.
• Top with grated cheese and serve.