Cream of Broccoli Soup

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash the broccoli thoroughly and cut it into small florets.

2. 2

   Peel and chop the onion and garlic finely.

3. 3

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

4. 4

   Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until the onion becomes translucent.

5. 5

   Add the broccoli florets to the pot and stir well.

6. 6

   Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

7. 7

   Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.

8. 8

   Remove the pot from heat and let it cool slightly.

9. 9

   Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender in batches and blend until smooth.

10. 10

    Return the pureed soup to the pot and stir in the heavy cream.

11. 11

    Season with salt and pepper to taste.

12. 12

    Heat the soup gently over low heat until warmed through, but do not let it boil.

13. 13

    Serve hot, garnished with additional pepper or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.