Broccoli Apple Soup

Name: Broccoli Apple Soup
Ingredients: 1 large head of broccoli; 3 large apples (Golden Delicious or McIntosh are good); 2 tablespoons butter; 1 large onion, diced; 6 cups vegetable broth; salt and pepper to taste; plain yogurt to garnish (optional)

7 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

1 large head of broccoli
3 large apples (Golden Delicious or McIntosh are good)
2 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, diced
6 cups vegetable broth
salt and pepper to taste
plain yogurt to garnish (optional)

Directions

1

Cut the broccoli florets off the stalk and set aside. Cut the stalks into 1-inch pieces. Peel the apples, core and cut into 1-inch pieces.
2

In a large soup pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and apple chunks. Saute about 6 minutes. Add the broth and the broccoli stalks. Bring the soup to a boil, reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 20 minutes.
3

Add the broccoli florets to the soup and simmer for 5 more minutes. Remove from heat.
4

Using an immersion blender, puree the soup until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with yogurt if using.