Ingredients

* 1 onion, chopped
* 1 carrot, diced
* 1 clove garlic, chopped
* 3 cups chicken broth
* 1 stalk celery, diced
* 3 cups chopped broccoli
* 2 cups milk
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1 pinch ground black pepper

Method

1. In a large stock pot, combine onion, chicken broth, carrots, celery and garlic. Bring to a boil.
2. Add broccoli, cover and cook for 5 to 10 minutes or until tender.
3. Transfer soup to a blender or food processor and puree. Return to stock pot, add milk, salt and pepper, and heat through over medium heat.