Description
Creamy Brussels sprout soup brings winter comfort straight from Jamie Oliver’s kitchen. Rich with bacon, garlic, and nutty sprouts, this hearty recipe warms you from the inside with classic British culinary charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 3.5 ounces | 100 grams Brussels sprouts, quartered
- ½ cup | 100 milliliters double cream
- 2 ounces | 55 grams cheddar cheese, grated
- ¼ cup | 300 milliliters hot chicken or vegetable stock
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- ½ onion, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, chopped
- Salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Cooking Liquid:
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Initiate the flavor base by warming a thin layer of olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. Gently sauté the finely diced onions for 3-4 minutes until they become translucent and soft, releasing their sweet aromatics.
- Prepare the Brussels sprouts by quartering them into uniform pieces. Bring a pot of salted water to a rolling boil and blanch the sprouts for 2-3 minutes to soften their texture and brighten their color. Thoroughly drain the sprouts in a colander, shaking off excess moisture.
- Transfer the drained sprouts into the saucepan with the caramelized onions. Introduce minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the garlic to release its pungent essence without burning.
- Create the creamy base by pouring in hot chicken stock (or vegetable stock for a vegetarian option) and rich double cream (or heavy cream in American measurements). Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 3-4 minutes, melding the flavors and creating a velvety consistency.
- Conclude the preparation by incorporating freshly grated cheddar cheese, stirring until it melts completely and integrates smoothly into the soup. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the overall taste profile. Ladle the creamy, aromatic soup into serving bowls and present immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Salting water during boiling releases Brussels sprouts’ hidden sweetness, eliminating potential bitter undertones.
- Creamy texture emerges from double cream’s luxurious incorporation, transforming humble ingredients into restaurant-worthy comfort.
- Cheddar cheese melts effortlessly, adding tangy complexity that perfectly complements the sprouts’ earthy undertones.
- Versatile soup welcomes personalization through crispy bacon, toasted nuts, or fresh herb garnishes.
- Refrigeration enhances flavor profiles, making this soup an excellent make-ahead meal lasting 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 24 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg