Broccoli Soup

Name: Broccoli Soup
Ingredients: 1 bunch fresh broccoli, cut into small pieces; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1/2 c. celery, chopped; 2 c. water; 2 tsp. chicken base or 6 tsp. instant chicken bouillon granules; 1/8 tsp. pepper; 1/8 tsp. garlic powder; 2 c. half and half cream; 3 Tbsp. flour; 1 tsp. lemon juice; 3 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese

11 ingredients

8 steps

Ingredients

1 bunch fresh broccoli, cut into small pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 c. celery, chopped
2 c. water
2 tsp. chicken base or 6 tsp. instant chicken bouillon granules
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/8 tsp. garlic powder
2 c. half and half cream
3 Tbsp. flour
1 tsp. lemon juice
3 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese

Directions

1

Place broccoli, onion, celery, water, bouillon, pepper and garlic powder in a 2-quart casserole.
2

Cover and microwave on High for 12 to 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
3

Transfer mixture to blender or food processor.
4

Blend until smooth.
5

Return mixture to casserole.
6

Mix together cream and flour until smooth. Stir into broccoli mixture and microwave on High, uncovered, 8 to 10 minutes or until mixture boils and thickens, stirring 2 or 3 times.
7

Stir in lemon juice and Parmesan cheese.
8

Makes about 6 servings.