Best Broccoli Soup Recipe

By ldelmas

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 4 cups chopped fresh broccoli (about 1-1/2 pounds)
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 6 tablespoons butter, cubed
• 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups 2% milk
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon onion salt
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Details

Servings 6
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a Dutch oven, bring water to boil. Add the broccoli, celery and carrots; boil 2-3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain; set vegetables aside.
In the same pot, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour to form a smooth paste. Gradually stir in broth and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened.
Stir in reserved vegetables and remaining ingredients. Reduce heat; cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Yield: 6-8 servings (2 quarts).