Cream Of Broccoli Soup

Broccoli is a good source of fiber and contains the phytonutrient indole-3-carbinol, which has anti-cancer effects. This cruciferous vegetable is prepared with cashews and onions to make a flavorful soup.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup raw cashews
• 5 cups vegetable stock
• 2 medium potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 bunch broccoli, trimmed and coarsely chopped
• 1 tsp. dried basil
• 1 tsp. sea salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper

Steps/Methods:

1. In a blender, place cashews and 1 cup of vegetable stock. Blend until smooth.
2. Put remaining stock, potatoes, and onion into a large pot. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the broccoli and basil and return to a simmer.
4. Cover and cook until potatoes are tender.
5. Stir in the reserved cashew mixture, salt, and pepper and bring to a simmer.
6. Remove from heat.
7. Pure about 1/2 the soup in blender. Return to the pot and stir.

Additional Tips:

• 1 cup raw cashews
• 5 cups vegetable stock
• 2 medium potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 bunch broccoli, trimmed and coarsely chopped
• 1 tsp. dried basil
• 1 tsp. sea salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper