Broccoli Tomato And Chicken Soup

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It is cold out and we had half of recipe #258128 (made with broccoli) and a chicken breast left from last night so what to do but make soup. While i used what was left from recipe #258128 ***you could substitute 1/2 pound broccoli and 1 to 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar.***

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Steps

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Heat olive oil in a stockpot over medium heat.

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Cook and stir onion in hot oil until softened , about 5 minutes.

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Stir garlic through the onion.

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Cook and stir until garlic is fragrant and slightly soft , another 1 to 2 minutes.

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Place broccoli , diced tomatoes , chicken broth , chopped chicken and crushed red pepper if using into the stockpot.

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Reduce heat to medium-low , bring the mixture to a simmer , and cook 20-30 minutes till heated through.

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Season to taste with salt and pepper , garnish with just a bit of parmesan cheese and one or two fresh bay leafs.

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Ingredients

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olive oil, onion, garlic clove, broccoflower, diced fire-roasted tomatoes, chicken broth, cooked chicken breast, crushed red pepper flakes, salt & fresh ground pepper, parmesan cheese, fresh bay leaf