Cream of Broccoli Raab (Rapini) Soup

Yellow Lab Lover's Note:

I created this recipe as a way to use up the broccoli raab in my garden. i'm posting it here for safe keeping.

• Total Time: 25 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 1 onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 stalk celery
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 4 cups chicken broth (i use knorr boullion cubes )
• 4 cups broccoli raab (washed and chopped)
• 3 tablespoons margarine
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups milk
• cheese (to garnish)

Directions:

1. In medium sized stock pot sauté onion, garlic and celery in olive oil until tender.
2. Add broccoli raab and broth; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and purée soup with a hand blender. (you can use the blender for this but let the liquid cool first).
4. Return to heat.
5. In small saucepan, over medium heat melt 3 tablespoons butter, stir in flour and add milk.
6. Stir until thick and bubbly, add to soup and stir well.
7. Serve over a mound of grated cheddar or mozzarella cheese.