Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_fat'], recipe: thinly slice broccoli stems. chop flowerets; set both aside. in skillet saute onions, carrots and garlic in oil 10 minutes or until carrots are softened. add broth and broccoli; bring to boiling. reduce heat, cover and simmer 25 minutes. reserve 1 cup cooked vegetables. place remaining vegetables and liquid in food processor. blend until smooth. return to saucepan with reserved vegetables. stir in milk and salt and pepper to taste. cook 5 minutes or until 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.