Creamy Broccoli Soup With Pesto and Parmesan Pastry Twists

DIFFICULTY
Easy Easy
PREP TIME
Under 30 Min. Under 30 Min.
COOK TIME
Under 30 Min. Under 30 Min.
SERVES
2-4 2-4
Creamy Broccoli Soup With Pesto and Parmesan Pastry Twists
A velvety-smooth broccoli soup served in a mug, finished with a swirl of pesto and paired with golden, flaky Parmesan pastry twists. This warming, easy-to-make dish is comforting, nourishing, and perfect for cosy moments.
Main INGREDIENTS
  • Vegetables
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Ingredients
Method

Ingredients

  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 300g broccoli florets
  • 250ml cream
  • 150ml vegetable stock
  • Seasoning
Pesto Parmesan Twists:
  • 250g puff pastry sheets
  • 4 tablespoons basil pesto
  • ½ cup Parmesan, grated
  • 1 egg beaten
  • Method

  • 1
    For the pastry twists: Preheat the oven to 200°C. Unroll the puff pastry sheet and spread evenly with pesto. Sprinkle over the grated parmesan. Fold the sheet in half lengthways and gently roll to press. Slice into 1.5 cm strips, twist each one and place on a lined baking tray. Brush with beaten egg. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until puffed and golden.
  • 2
    For the soup: In a saucepan, heat the olive oil and gently sauté the onion and garlic until soft and fragrant. Add the broccoli florets and vegetable stock. Simmer for 10 minutes until the broccoli is tender.
  • 3
    Remove from heat, add the cream, and blend the soup until smooth using a stick blender. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour the soup into Le Creuset 350ml Stoneware Mugs. Add a swirl of pesto and an optional drizzle of cream just before serving.
  • 4
    Serve the soup with warm parmesan twists on the side – perfect for dipping.