Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_fat'], recipe: peel the stalks of the broccoli, and cut them into 1/2 inch lengths. break the tops into small florets. steam the broccoli for 5 minutes or until it is crisp tender. plunge it into cold water to cool it off and drain it. in a large saucepan, cook the onion, celery and garlic in the butter over moderately low heat for 5 minutes or until the onion is softened. add the flour and the herbs and cook the mixture, stirring, for 5 minutes. whisk in the broth in a stream. bring the mixture to a boil, whisking. simmer the mixture for 5 minutes and add the milk. heat the soup until it is hot, but do not let it boil. add the broccoli, and salt and pepper to taste, and cook the mixture until it is heated through.

Target recipe: rinse florets and cover with water add chopped onion. cook uncovered until broccoli is tender. drain and reserve cooking water. remove florets/onion to a large cooking pot. add enough stock to cover. or don't drain vegetables and use broccoli water and add some chicken bouillon if desired.. with a hand blender, finely chop broccoli but not puree. heat well, season to taste. add the cream if desired. if extra thickening is desired add pasta. serves 8 to 10 garnish soup bowls with dabs of sour cream or a sprinkle of fresh herbs. * note: you can use more or less stock/water making the soup thicker or thinner as desired.