Even the Kids Will Enjoy Their Broccoli With This Soup
Immerse yourself in the comforting essence of broccoli farfalle soup, a harmonious blend of wholesome ingredients that promises to satisfy both palate and soul. This delightful recipe begins with tender farfalle pasta, perfectly complemented by generous fresh broccoli florets, ensuring each spoonful is a comforting hug packed with hearty goodness.
Craft this soup by sautéing aromatic onions and garlic until they release their savory aroma. Next, add rich vegetable broth to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld together. Toss in the star ingredients: vibrant broccoli florets that cook until tender yet retain their bright green hue, imparting a burst of freshness with every bite.
The farfalle pasta, known for its butterfly shape that gracefully captures the broth, adds a comforting texture to the soup. Cooked until al dente, it completes each bowl with its satisfying chewiness. Seasoned to perfection with herbs like thyme and a hint of freshly ground black pepper, this soup offers a balance of soothing and invigorating flavors.
Whether enjoyed as a nourishing lunch or a warming dinner, broccoli farfalle soup is a wholesome dish that promises to be a favorite in any season. It offers both nutrition and comfort in every spoonful.
Farfalle Pasta
Farfalle pasta, also known as bow-tie pasta, is characterized by its distinctive shape. The word “farfalle” in Italian means “butterflies,” which aptly describes the appearance of this pasta. Farfalle pasta is typically shaped like a bow or a butterfly, with two flat sides pinched in the middle to create a distinctive, slightly concave shape.
The pasta is usually made from durum wheat semolina or a combination of semolina and wheat flour, which gives it a firm texture when cooked. Farfalle pasta is a culinary chameleon, versatile and adaptable, ready to transform into a variety of dishes, from soups and salads to pasta bakes and creamy sauces. Its unique shape makes it visually appealing and helps it hold onto sauces and ingredients well.
Mastering the art of cooking farfalle pasta involves boiling it in salted water until it reaches a tender yet slightly firm texture, known as “al dente,” which is ideal for most pasta dishes. Due to its shape, farfalle is often favored for dishes where the pasta needs to hold up to robust sauces or its aesthetic appeal can be showcased.
Farfalle pasta is a popular choice in Italian cuisine and beyond, loved for its versatility, texture, and charming appearance on the plate.
Broccoli Pasta Soup
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced (about 1 cup)
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- salt to taste
- freshly ground white pepper to taste
- ¼ cup dry white wine
- 1 head broccoli broken into bite-sized florets
- 6 cups chicken stock or vegetable broth
- 8 ounces farfalle pasta homemade or store-bought
- cheddar cheese or Swiss or Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Heat a large saucepan over medium heat for 4-5 minutes.
- When the pan is hot, add the oil.
- When the oil shimmers, add the onion, garlic, a heavy pinch of salt, and freshly ground white pepper.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions begin to turn golden.
- Stir in the wine and scrape the bottom of the pan, allowing the wine to cook down until dry.
- Add the stock or broth and bring to a boil.
- Turn down the heat to medium, and add the pasta. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Add the broccoli and continue to simmer until the broccoli and pasta are tender, another 5-7 minutes.
- Taste and adjust the seasonings. If desired, top each bowl of soup with some freshly grated cheese.
7 Responses
Omg my family LOVED this soup! My daughter was surprised I could cook. Just amazing, the best soup I’ve cooked.
Made this soup tonight, loved it! I enjoyed this soup many times as a child growing up.
Really? You’re going to serve a dish with wine to children?
Hi Ellen, I’m not serving a glass of wine to my kids with this soup. I’m using the wine to deglaze the pan. It’s a small amount of wine and all the alcohol cooks off so I’m not concerned.
What a great soup idea! I was looking for ways to use up some broccoli and came across this recipe. Thank you very much! It is delicious 🙂
Hi Angela, you are very welcome. Thanks for reaching out.
Hahahahaha oh Ellen…