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Cream of Broccoli Soup
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ready In: 30 Minutes
Servings: 4
Creamy & rich.
Ingredients:
1 bunch broccoli
1/3 cup chopped onion
2 cups chicken broth
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon thyme
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons chives, chopped
Directions:
1. Cut flowerets from broccoli stems, peel & dice stems.
2. Place broccoli, stems & all, onion, broth, garlic and thyme into a 3 qt saucepan & cover.
3. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes or until broccoli is tender. Cool slightly.
4. In a blender puree broccoli mixture. Set aside.
5. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
6. Stir in flour. Cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add white pepper and half-and-half.
7. Stir constantly until just thickened.
8. Stir in broccoli puree, heat through.
9. Ladle into soup bowls and top with sour cream and sprinkle with chives.
By RecipeOfHealth.com