Fresh Broccoli Soup II

7/10/84

2 T. butter
1 small onion, chopped
2 ribs celery, chopped
1 bunch Broccoli
3 c. chicken broth
1 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. basil
1/4 tsp. oregano
1 c. light cream; sour cream

Melt butter in saucepan; saute onions and celery until tender.  Add chopped brocolli, seasonings & broth.  Bring to boil; lower heat, cook about 20 minutes.

Puree in blender - (You can freeze at this point.)

Return to saucepan.  Stir in cream - Heat; do not boil.

Serve with dallop of sour cream.

P.S.  I usually add a couiple chicken bouillon cubes to broth - then cut salt some.

Also, before blending, reserve some brocolli pieces for garnish.