Ingredients

  • 4 Tbsp. butter or oil
  • 1 1/2 c. chopped onions
  • 4 c. chopped broccoli
  • 1 c. broccoli flowerets
  • 1 tsp. salt (less to taste)
  • 2 1/2 c. water or stock
  • 2 c. milk
  • 1/2 c. sour cream of plain yogurt
  • 1 bay leaf
  • pinch of black pepper
  • dash of tamari sauce
  • dash of thyme and basil
  • chopped scallions (for top)

Method

  • Saute the onions in butter with bay leaf (to be removed before pureeing) until onions are translucent.
  • Add the chopped broccoli, water or stock and seasonings.
  • Cook about 10 minutes covered until broccoli is tender, but still bright green.
  • Puree little by little with milk in the blender.
  • Make sure the mixture is absolutely smooth.
  • Whisk in sour cream or yogurt.
  • Heat gently and serve right away.
  • Top with minced scallions.