Broccoli Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Watch how to make this recipe.
2. 2
   Melt 4 tablespoons butter in heavy medium pot over medium-high heat.
3. 3
   Add broccoli, onion, carrot, salt and pepper and saute until onion is translucent, about 6 minutes.
4. 4
   Add the flour and cook for 1 minute, until the flour reaches a blonde color.
5. 5
   Add stock and bring to boil.
6. 6
   Simmer uncovered until broccoli is tender, about 15 minutes.
7. 7
   Pour in cream. With an immersion blender, puree the soup.
8. 8
   Add salt and pepper, to taste, and then replace the lid back on the pot.
9. 9
   Serve hot with Homemade Croutons.
10. 10
    Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
11. 11
    Cut bread into cubes and place in a large bowl.
12. 12
    Drizzle cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes.
13. 13
    Mix well.
14. 14
    Spread seasoned bread onto a sheet pan and bake for about 15 minutes.