Broccoli Soup with Leeks and Thyme

By ChisCooking

•Nutritional Information
One serving contains:
Calories (kcal) 181.3
%Calories from Fat 46.9
Fat (g) 9.5
Saturated Fat (g) 5.9
Cholesterol (mg) 27.5
Carbohydrates (g) 18.1
Dietary Fiber (g) 5.6
Total Sugars (g) 3.6
Net Carbs (g) 12.5
Protein (g) 9.3
Sodium (mg) 123.8

Ingredients

• •3 tablespoons butter
• •3 cups chopped leeks (white and pale green parts only; about 3 large)
• •6 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme, divided
• •1 1/4 pounds broccoli crowns, chopped (about 8 generous cups)
• •4 cups (or more) low-salt chicken broth
• Read More http://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/quick-recipes/2011/02/broccoli_soup_with_leeks_and_thyme#ixzz1BtETds2i

Preparation

Step 1

•Melt butter in large pot over medium-high heat. Add leeks and 4 teaspoons thyme; sauté until leeks are almost soft, reducing heat if needed to prevent rapid browning, 7 to 8 minutes. Transfer 1/2 cup leeks to small bowl; reserve. Add broccoli and 4 cups broth to pot; bring to boil. Cover; boil until vegetables are tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
•Puree soup in blender until smooth. Thin soup with more broth, if desired. Season with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls; sprinkle with 2 teaspoons chopped thyme and reserved leeks.
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•Nutritional Information
One serving contains:
Calories (kcal) 181.3
%Calories from Fat 46.9
Fat (g) 9.5
Saturated Fat (g) 5.9
Cholesterol (mg) 27.5
Carbohydrates (g) 18.1
Dietary Fiber (g) 5.6
Total Sugars (g) 3.6
Net Carbs (g) 12.5
Protein (g) 9.3
Sodium (mg) 123.8


Read More http://www.bonappetit.com/recipes/quick-recipes/2011/02/broccoli_soup_with_leeks_and_thyme#ixzz1BtEYpIfR