Emeril's Broccoli and Gruyere Cheese Sou
Source of Recipe
Emeril
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
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups Gruyere cheese, grated
Creole seasoning (Essence)
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 saute for 3 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 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.
To serve, ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a little of the remaining Gruyere cheese and Creole seasoning. Great with with crusty bread.
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