The Benefits
Broccoli: This dark green cruciferous nutrient-rich vegetable may promote digestion, support hormonal balance and improve heart health.
Vitamin A, B, C, E & K - Iron - Potassium - Phosphorus - Zinc
Celery: This fiber-filled plant may support digestive function, improve memory, manage blood sugars and fight inflammation.
Vitamin A, C & K - Calcium - Folate - Potassium
Leek: This mild leafy green with a similar flavor to an onion or garlic has anti-inflammatory properties that may protect the body against certain cancers, aid weight loss and promote heart health.
Vitamin A, E & K - Copper - Iron - Manganese
Potato: This naturally gluten-free starchy root may help improve digestive health, boost heart health and control blood sugar.
Vitamin B6 & C - Fiber - Potassium
Thyme: This fragrant Mediterranean herb may boost immunity, lower blood pressure and fight acne.
Vitamin E - Manganese - Potassium
The Recipe
Ingredients:
2 tbsp butter
1 medium leek, sliced
3 celery stalks, sliced
2 tbsp thyme, either fresh or dried
salt & pepper
1 large russet potato, peeled & diced
4 cups vegetable broth
2 heads broccoli, florets + the stalk, diced
Instructions:
1) Prepare your soup base: melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Once butter is melted, add leek, celery, thyme, salt & pepper. Saute for 5-7 minutes and stirring occasionally.
2) Introduce your star ingredients: next, add in diced potato, broccoli stalk and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil then drop to a simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes* until the potato can be pierced with a fork. Then add broccoli florets and allow to cook for an additional 4-5 minutes until tender.
3) Blend it all together: Finally, blend the ingredients to make the creamy soup. If using an immersion blender, you may blend directly in the pot otherwise blend in a standard blender and if necessary blend in batches.
4) Sample it: It may be necessary to add more salt, pepper or thyme and this is the perfect time to do so. Otherwise, serve it up and enjoy with your favorite toasted bread.
5) Serve and enjoy!
*This time may vary depending on the size of your diced potatoes.
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