Curried Broccoli Soup(Makes 7 Cups)

1. 1

   Cut off the flowerets in bite size pieces.

2. 2

   Coarsely chop stems.

3. 3

   Set aside.

4. 4

   Bring 1 cup of chicken broth to a boil in a 1-quart saucepan; add half half of the flowerets and boil, uncovered, for 3 to 4 minutes.

5. 5

   Drain, saving broth.

6. 6

   Cool; cover and chill broccoli.

7. 7

   In the same pan, melt the butter over medium heat; add onions and curry and cook until limp.

8. 8

   Stir in broccoli stems, remaining flowerets and remaining broth.

9. 9

   Cover and simmer 12 minutes until tender.

10. 10

    Cover and chill.

11. 11

    Ladle into small bowls and top with cooked flowerets.

12. 12

    Pass sour cream and peanuts.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.