Broccoli Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Melt butter in heavy saucepan.
2. 2
   Add onion and cook until transparent; do not brown.
3. 3
   Wash and trim broccoli, peeling the stems.
4. 4
   Add sliced broccoli, potatoes and broth to onion in pan. Bring to boil and season.
5. 5
   Simmer, covered, until broccoli is tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
6. 6
   Add parsley last 3 minutes.
7. 7
   Drain broth from cooked vegetables and puree the broccoli mixture in blender.
8. 8
   Combine with broth and refrigerate.
9. 9
   When ready to serve, stir in the half and half.
10. 10
    This soup may be served hot or cold.