Broccoli Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp (15 mL) butter
• 2 onions, chopped
• 2 potatoes, peeled and coarsely chopped (1 oz/375 g)
• 2 cups (500 mL) vegetable stock
• 1 tsp (5 mL) salt
• 1 tsp (5 mL) pepper
• 3 cups (750 mL) frozen broccoli pieces
• 1 can (385 mL) evaporated skim milk
• 2 tbsp (30 mL) chopped fresh chives or green onions

Preparation

In large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; cook onions and potatoes, stirring often, until onions are softened, about 10 minutes. Add stock, salt and pepper; bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium; cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Add broccoli pieces; cover and cook for 5 minutes.
In food processor or blender, puree soup until smooth. Return to pan; stir in evaporated milk and heat through. Serve sprinkled with chives.