3 elegant broccoli soup Recipes

butter, onion, sliced, carrot, sliced, garlic, minced, chicken stock, broccoli, chopped, light cream, salt and pepper, chopped fresh parsley (to garnish )

fresh broccoli florets or 4 -5 cups frozen broccoli, thawed and well drained, cooked chicken breasts, cubed, mayonnaise (hellman s is best), cream of chicken soup, undiluted, salt and pepper, lemon juice, grated parmesan cheese (optional), curry powder (optional), chopped celery, onion, chopped, fresh minced garlic (optional or to taste), butter, grated cheddar cheese or 2 cups any favorite cheese, crushed cracker crumbs (ritz is best), melted butter (or less if desired)