Broccoli Soup

From: cdkitchen.com

Ingredients

• 2 Cups water
• 4 Cups chopped fresh broccoli
• 1 Cup chopped celery
• 1 Cup chopped carrots
• 1/2 Cup chopped onion
• 6 Tablespoons butter
• 6 Tablespoons all-purpose flower
  

• 3 Cups chicken broth
• 2 Cups milk
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon onion salt
• 1/2 Teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 Teaspoon salt
  

Directions

• In a Dutch over or soup kettle, bring water to a boil. Add broccoli, celery and carrots; boil 2-3 minutes, Drain; set vegetables aside.
• In the same kettle, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour to form a smooth paste. Gradually add the broth and milk, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for one minute. Add vegetables and remaining ingredients. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-40 min. or until vegetables are tender.