Cream of broccoli soup #2

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4cupsFresh broccoli OR
2packs(10-oz) frozen broccoli
½cupChopped onion
2tablespoonsChicken flavor instant
Bouillon OR
6Chicken bouillion cubes
½teaspoonThyme
¼cupMargarine/butter
teaspoonPepper
3cupsWater
teaspoonGarlic powder
¼cupFlour
2cupsLight cream/milk

Directions

Thaw broccoli, if time allows. In large saucepan combine broccoli, onion, water, bouillon, thyme and garlic powder. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes or until broccoli is tender. Stir to break up broccoli. In blender, blend ⅓ mixture at a time, blend until smooth. Return to saucepan. Set aside. In medium pan melt butter; stir in flour and pepper until smooth. Stir in cream 0- cook and stir until thickened. Add to broccoli mixture. Heat thoroughly.

Do not boil.