Brokkolisuppe

Zutaten

• 1/2 cup sliced leeks (white and light green parts)
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt (divided)
• 1 head of broccoli
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley or basil (optional)
• Pinch of black pepper
• Shredded Parmesan cheese (for garnish)

Zubereitung

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

2. 2

   Add ½ tablespoon of salt, and leeks.

3. 3

   Boil for ten minutes. Remove leeks.

4. 4

   Add broccoli and remaining salt to water.

5. 5

   Boil broccoli, just until tender, about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove broccoli from water, reserving the water that the broccoli and leeks boiled in.

6. 6

   Add herbs, if using, and boil for thirty seconds.

7. 7

   Place all vegetables in a blender. Add 3 cups of reserved water and blend until smooth. Add additional water to achieve desired consistency.

8. 8

   Garnish with shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired.