Cream of Broccoli Raab (Rapini) Soup

Ingredients

• 1 onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 stalk celery
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 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. 1

   In medium sized stock pot sauté onion, garlic and celery in olive oil until tender.

2. 2

   Add broccoli raab and broth; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.

3. 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. 4

   Return to heat.

5. 5

   In small saucepan, over medium heat melt 3 tablespoons butter, stir in flour and add milk.

6. 6

   Stir until thick and bubbly, add to soup and stir well.

7. 7

   Serve over a mound of grated cheddar or mozzarella cheese.