Light Cream Of Broccoli Soup

Easy and simple substitute for canned soups

In a food processor puree 1 cup steamed broccoli , garlic , and 1 / 4 cup chicken broth.

In a large saucepan over medium heat , melt the margarine.

Add the flour , and stir until mixture thickens and starts to brown.

Slowly add remaining 1 cup chicken broth and milk , stirring often.

Allow mixture to thicken , about 5 minutes.

Then add the puree mixture and the remaining 1 1 / 2 cups steamed broccoli.

Heat through , and allow to thicken for about 5 minutes.

Season with salt and pepper.

You can also just puree the entire soup in the pot with a immersion blender , and allow soup to thicken.

fresh broccoli, garlic clove, chicken broth, margarine, all-purpose flour, skim milk, salt and pepper