Broccoli Supreme

Directions

1. 1
   Cook and stir onion, green pepper, garlic and ginger in melted butter in Dutch oven over medium-high heat until onion is soft. Add curry powder; cook 1 minute.
2. 2
   Add broth, water and broccoli. Bring to a boil over high heat.
3. 3
   Reduce heat to low.
4. 4
   Cover and simmer 30 minutes or until broccoli is very tender.
5. 5
   Puree soup, in batches, in blender or food processor until smooth.
6. 6
   Return to Dutch oven.
7. 7
   Stir in enough half and half to give soup desired consistency.
8. 8
   Season to taste with salt and pepper.
9. 9
   Heat through. Do not boil.
10. 10
    To serve, ladle into bowls.
11. 11
    Garnish with croutons. (To serve cold, refrigerate, covered, until chilled.)