Ingredients

  • 1 small carrot
  • 1 stalk celery stalk and leaves
  • 1 small white onion
  • 1 medium clove garlic
  • 1/2 tsp. crushed dried marjoram
  • 1/4 tsp. crushed and dried basil
  • 1/2 c. vegetable stock
  • 2 c. skim milk
  • 2 c. coarsely chopped broccoli
  • 1/2 c. vegetable-flavored pasta
  • 1 c. unflavored yogurt or whipped sour cream for garnish

Method

  • In a soup kettle or Dutch oven, combine the carrots, celery, onions, garlic, marjoram, basil, and stock.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover lightly, and cook for about 10 minutes.
  • Add the milk and broccoli, and bring to a boil.
  • Then reduce to a simmer, cover lightly, and simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
  • Remove from heat, and in the container of a blender or food processor, puree the soup, in batches, until smooth.
  • Return to the pot, add the pasta, and heat through.
  • Turn off the heat, and adjust the salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve immediately, with the nutmeg and yogurt as a garnish.