Creamy Broccoli Soup

recipe

• Step 1
  Wash the broccoli, chop off the stem & cut it into florets.
• Step 2
  Peel, halve & thinly slice the onion.
• Step 3
  Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the onion & cook for about 5 min, until softened. Grate in the garlic & cook for another minute.
• Step 4
  Add the chicken broth & broccoli florets. Season with salt & pepper.
• Step 5
  Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover & reduce to a simmer. Cook for 5-7 min, until the broccoli is tender.
• Step 6
  Purée the broccoli mixture until smooth & creamy using an immersion blender, blender or food processor.
• Step 7
  In a small saucepan, melt the butter & whisk in the flour. Cook, whisking constantly, for about 1 min. Gradually whisk in the heavy cream until smooth. Cook, whisking often, until the mixture is smooth & thick, about 4 min.
• Step 8
  Stir the cream mixture into the broccoli mixture. Season to taste with salt & pepper.
• Step 9
  Garnish with a drizzle of heavy cream or a dollop of cream cheese, if you have any. Serve & enjoy!