Bayou Broccoli Soupcajun Style |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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A Cajun's way of eating his/her broccoli! Ok, I added my green onions like a good southern girl! A cajun friend reminded me of this!lol Ingredients:
1 stick butter |
1 tablespoon garlic, minced |
1 small onion, chopped fine |
1 small green bell pepper, chopped fine |
1 cup finely chopped celery |
1 pound crawfish tails |
4 cups chopped fresh broccoli |
8 oz. cream cheese, softened |
6 cups seafood or chicken stock |
2 cups half and half |
1 tablespoon creole spice |
1 teaspoon onion powder |
8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese |
4 oz. shredded pepper jack cheese |
1 cup sour cream |
1/2 cup of sliced green onions(white and green parts) |
Directions:
1. In a large pot over high heat, combine the chicken or seafood stock and the broccoli.
2. Cover and cook about 3 to 5 minutes, or until tender and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, cook the onions, garlic, bell pepper, and celery in the butter for about 3 to 4 minutes or until lightly browned.
4. Add the crawfish and Creole seasoning and continue to cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
5. Add to the broccoli and broth.
6. Stir in the half and half, spices, sour cream, cream cheese and cheese.
7. Cook over medium heat, stirring often for 3 to 4 minutes.
8. Mix the cornstarch and cold water and stir into the soup pot.
9. Continue to cook over low/med heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens slightly, about 4 to 5 minutes.
10. Serve with hot French bread and if desired hot cooked rice!
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