Broccoli Soup

This soup is dairy free, grain free, gluten free, meat free... and delicious!  It's simple and amazing, plus it's quick!

Pureed Broccoli Soup
serves 4

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped (optional)
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or parsley
8 cups chopped broccoli (stems and florets)
6 cups liquid (veggie broth or chicken broth, if you're not vegetarian)
salt and pepper to taste

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 6-10 minutes, adding garlic and thyme (or parsley) about halfway through.

Add in broccoli and liquid.  Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, covered. Reduce heat to maintain a light simmer and cook until very tender, about 8 minutes.  Let cool for 5 minutes.

Puree the soup in batches until smooth, taste for salt and pepper.

Serve with a big salad.  You might want to have hot sauce and a little bowl of cheese on the table but it really needs nothing.