Tue 10 Apr 2007
Creamy Broccoli Soup
Posted by Svetlana under Soups
Ingredients:
-1 cup chopped carrots (about 2 medium)
-1 cup chopped celery (about 2 stalks)
-3/4 cup chopped onions (about 1 medium)
-3 tablespoons oil
-2 cans (14-1/2 oz. each) chicken broth
-1/2 teaspoon pepper
-4 1/2 cups broccoli florets (about 2 small bunches)
-1/2 cup instant white rice, uncooked
-2 cups milk
-1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
1. Cook and stir carrots, celery and onions in hot oil in large saucepan on medium-high heat 5 minutes
2. Add broth and pepper; bring to boil
3. Stir in broccoli and rice
4. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 10 to 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring frequently
5. Add soup, in batches, to blender or food processor; cover
6. Blend until pureed
7. Return soup puree to saucepan
8. Add milk and cheese; cook until heated through, stirring occasionally
