Cream of Vegetable Soup

A flexible cream soup that works with broccoli, green beans, or asparagus — blended smooth with milk and herbs.

AmericanVegetarianEasy25 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 1 lb fresh broccoli, green beans, or asparagus
  • 2 cup milk (non-fat, low-fat, or half-and-half)
  • 2 cup water or chicken/vegetable broth
  • 2 tsp fresh dill or thyme (or combination)
  • 0 to taste salt and white pepper
  • 0 dollop sour cream or non-fat yogurt (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the vegetables in water or broth until very soft (pressure cooker works well).

  2. 2

    Purée the vegetables in a blender or food processor until smooth.

  3. 3

    Return the purée to a large pot. Add herbs and seasonings and bring to a low simmer.

  4. 4

    Add milk and heat gently — do not boil.

  5. 5

    Stir in a dollop of sour cream or yogurt for extra creaminess if desired.

  6. 6

    Serve garnished with a thin lemon slice and/or a sprig of dill.

Tags

soupvegetarianhealthyamericansoup-recipes-1flexiblecream-soup