Broccoli Soup

Name: Broccoli Soup
Ingredients: 1 head broccoli; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 carrots, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 5 cups low sodium chicken broth, canned; 12 cup milk, 1% lowfat; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste

9 ingredients

11 steps

Ingredients

1 head broccoli
1 large onion, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
5 cups low sodium chicken broth, canned
12 cup milk, 1% lowfat
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Directions

1

Thinly slice broccoli stems.
2

Chop flowerets; set both aside.
3

In skillet saute onions, carrots and garlic in oil 10 minutes or until carrots are softened.
4

Add broth and broccoli; bring to boiling.
5

Reduce heat, cover and simmer 25 minutes.
6

Reserve 1 cup cooked vegetables.
7

Place remaining vegetables and liquid in food processor.
8

Blend until smooth.
9

Return to saucepan with reserved vegetables.
10

Stir in milk and salt and pepper to taste.
11

Cook 5 minutes or until heated through.