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Creamy Broccoli and Leek Soup - Instant Pot

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: broccoli, instant pot, leek, soup, vegetarian
Servings: 4

Equipment

  • Pressure cooker
  • Immersion blender

Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter divided
  • 2 leeks soaked, rinsed, and chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1.5 lbs broccoli cut into florets
  • 3 c vegetable stock (or chicken)
  • kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 c milk
  • 1/4 c grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Use saute mode to preheat the Instant Pot.
  • Once hot, add 1 tbsp of butter to melt. Then add the leeks and garlic and saute until the leeks are translucent—about 5 minutes.
  • Add the broccoli and broth and season with salt and pepper. Secure the lid of the Instant Pot.
  • Select Manual mode and cook at high pressure for 6 minutes.
  • While the soup cooks, melt the remaining 3 tbsp butter in a small saucepan on the stovetop. Whisk in the flour until a paste is formed, then add the milk. Cook until thick and bubbly, stirring frequently.
  • Once pressure cooking is complete, use natural release (wait for the pin sink down on its own).
  • Add the parmesan. Puree the broccoli and broth using an immersion blender.
  • Add the milk mixture to the broccoli, stirring well. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve with a sprinkle of parmesan on top.