Smooth Broccoli Soup - Velouté Aux Brocolis

1. 1

   Wash and prepare all the vegetables cut up in small pieces.

2. 2

   In a pot melt the butter. Sweat the onion, add the broccoli, carrot, garlic and leek, mix, allow to sweat for 5 minutes. Add the vegetable stock, cover and let simmer for 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the milk and simmer over low heat another 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove from the heat and put in a liquidiser. Add salt and fresh ground white pepper and process until competely smooth. Check the seasoning.

5. 5

   Pour the soup through a medium strainer and press with the back of a laddle so any fibers from the leek or onion remain in strainer so the soup is very smooth. Check the seasoning and re-heat over low heat.

6. 6

   Whip up the cream. When ready to serve, whisk in the whipped cream, reserving 4 teaspoons for decoration.

7. 7

   Serve hot, sprinkle with a bit of Fleur de sel over each bowl and a teaspoon of whipped cream.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.