Chapter 14
Bad Ass Broccoli Soup
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium baking potato, peeled and diced
4 cups chopped broccoli
32 ounces chicken or vegetable stock
1/2 pint heavy cream
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: Crushed red pepper flakes, shredded cheese (a cup or so)
Heat oil and butter until hot, add onions and garlic and sauté until soft, about five minutes. Add potato, stir to coat with butter/oil. Add broccoli and stock, bring to a boil and simmer for half an hour.
Puree in blender or food processor (or use an immersion blender if you have one), return to pan, stir in cream. Heat to just below boiling (do not boil).
Serves 4.
