Emeril's Broccoli And Gruyere Soup

As the title says this is emeril's recipe for cream of broccoli soup. i have made it many times and it is my favorite.

In a large saucepan , over medium heat , heat the olive oil.

When the oil is hot , add the onions , carrots and celery.

Season with salt and cayenne pepper.

Saut for 5 minutes , or until they begin to soften.

Add broccoli and saute for 3 more minutes.

Add water and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Bring the soup to a boil reduce heat and cover , add the cream and simmer another 10 minutes.

With a hand held blender , puree the soup.

Add 1 1 / 2 cups of the gruyere cheese.

Stir until the cheese is melted.

Check for seasoning.

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a little of the remaining gruyere cheese and creole seasoning.

Serve with crusty bread.

olive oil, onion, carrot, salt, cayenne pepper, broccoli florets, water, fresh ground black pepper, heavy cream, gruyere cheese, creole seasoning