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Broccoli: Emeril's Broccoli & Gruyere Soup

Source of Recipe

Emeril Lagasse


List of Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup onions, chopped
1/2 cup carrots, cut into rounds
1/2 cup celery, chopped
salt, cayenne pepper
3 cups broccoli florets
2 quarts water
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups Gruyere cheese, grated


Recipe

In a large saucepan, over medium heat, heat the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the onions, carrots and celery. Season with salt and cayenne pepper. Saute for 5 minutes, or until they begin to soften. Add broccoli and sautÈ for 3 more minutes. Add water and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Bring the soup to a boil, reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 30 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Remove the cover, add the cream and simmer another 10 minutes. With a hand held blender, puree the soup. Add 1 1/2 cups of the gruyere cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted. Check for seasoning. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a little of the remaining Gruyere cheese and Creole seasoning. Serve with crusty bread.

EMERIL'S CREOLE SEASONING
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme
Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container. Yield: about 2/3 cup.