Broccoli Leek Soup

Broccoli Leek Soup

Ingredients:

1 ½ lb fresh broccoli

2 leeks

½ c. sliced celery

1/8 tsp. pepper

3 tsp. butter

2 tsp. flour

½ tsp. salt

1/8 tsp. nutmeg

2 cans (13 ¾ oz.) chicken broth

2 c. half and half

Directions:

Trim and split each stalk of broccoli lengthwise into halves. Trim leek by cutting off roots and green stems. Cut into ½ inch slices.

In a 6 qt. pot put broccoli, leek, celery, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Add water to chicken broth to make 4 cups. Bring to a boil and simmer covered until tender, about 30 min.

Drain and reserve the broth. Puree veggies in a blender or food processor.

In a 6 qt. pot, melt butter. Remove from heat and blend in flour. Gradually add broth and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Add pureed veggies and the half and half. Stir for about 5 minutes.