ChariS Favorite Broccoli Soup - broccoli with stems

Method

• Pour oil in large pot over medium heat.
• Add onion and broccoli; lightly saute.
• Pour chicken stock in pot.
• The stock should cover broccoli and onion.
• Add pepper and bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes.
• Place entire contents of pot in food processor.
• (Depending on the size of your processor, you may have to process in 1/3 to 1/2 portions.) Process until smooth.
• Replace processed soup in stock pot and add dissolved cornstarch.
• Slowly add milk, stirring while adding. Simmer 10 minutes.
• Do not let boil.
• Adjust seasoning to taste.