Creamy Broccoli Soup

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Broccoli is a powerhouse of nutrients and is low in calorie.
It is a good source of lutein, a xanthophyll and a natural
carotenoid found in green vegetables like spinach and kale.
It is also an antioxidant compound.
Ingredients
Broccoli - 2 cup
Onion - 1 chopped
Celery - ¼ chopped
Dried basil leaves - ½ tsp
Pepper powder - ½ tsp
Milk - 1 cup
Hot water - 1 ½ cups
Butter/Ghee - 1 tbsp
Method
Heat a pan and add butter/ghee. after it melts, add the chopped garlic and fry for a few minutes,
then add onion and saute it. Now add the chopped celery and broccoli and saute them as well.
Add dried basil leaves, salt, and hot water. Close and cook until the broccoli is tender.
Now transfer the broccoli mixture to a mixer jar and grind to a smooth soup consistency.
Add milk, give it a stir then add the pepper powder. Serve with garlic cheese toast!


Note
Make sure not to overcook the broccoli.
Use full cream or half and half milk instead of milk.
Can also use carrot along with celery for this soup.
As this is a cruciferous vegetable it makes you gassy
the garlic added should help.
Substitute in vegetable broth for the water.



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