Preparation of Simple Cream of Broccoli

       Simple Cream of Broccoli 

Ingredients :

3 bag fresh broccoli florets

1 large onion chopped

1 clove garlic minced (optional)

1 to 2 quarts of homemade or canned chicken broth or water

1 cup cream or milk

salt and pepper to taste

1/4 cup fresh chopped dill or basil

2 cups cooked tiny pasta (optional)

Method :

• Rinse broccoli florets and cover with water. Add chopped onion. Cook uncovered until broccoli is tender.
• Drain and reserve cooking water. Remove florets/onion to a large cooking pot. Add enough stock to cover; or don't drain vegetables and use broccoli water and add some chicken bouillon.
• With a hand blender, finely chop broccoli but not puree. Heat well, season to taste.
• Add the cream or milk. If extra thickening is desired add pasta. Garnish soup bowls with dabs of sour cream or a sprinkle of fresh herbs. Serve with crackers.