Creamy Broccoli Soup with Toasted Almonds

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From Bewitching Kitchen

http://bewitchingkitchen.com/2015/01/03/creamy-broccoli-soup-with-toasted-almonds/

CREAMY BROCCOLI SOUP WITH TOASTED ALMONDS

(modified from The Iron You)

1 ½ lbs broccoli cut into florets

2 tablespoons coconut oil (or olive oil)

1 leek stalk, thinly sliced

3 small celery ribs, thinly sliced

1 garlic clove, minced (optional)

2 ½ cups vegetable broth

1 teaspoon fine grain salt

Freshly ground pepper to taste

1 (13.5 oz) can full fat coconut milk

dash of ground nutmeg

slivered almonds slightly browned in olive oil

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Heat the coconut oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add leeks, celery, garlic, a little salt and pepper, and cook, stirring every now and then, until softened, about 7 minutes.

Add broccoli florets, broth, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until the broccoli florets are tender, about 15 minutes. Add coconut milk, give a good stir and cook for further 5 minutes. Add the nutmeg and mix well.

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Transfer the soup to a blender and puree in batches, or use an immersion blender if you prefer. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, maybe a little more nutmeg. If the soup is too thick add a bit of water; if instead it’s too thin cook until it reaches the desired consistency.

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Serve warm with sautéed almonds on top.

http://bewitchingkitchen.com/2015/01/03/creamy-broccoli-soup-with-toasted-almonds/

 
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