Cream Of Broccoli and Pea Soup(Mf)

Directions

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   1 pound broccoli florets (stalks peeled) -- finely chopped 1 onion (8 ounces) -- finely chopped 1 quart water or chicken broth 1 cup frozen

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   Add the peas and simmer 5 minutes longer just to cook through

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   As you are simmering, be sure to keep the level of the water constant so that it does not evaporate too much.) When the vegetables are tende

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   If you puree it with a food processor or a blender, pass the puree through a sieve to remove any tough bits.) In a clean saucepan heat the b

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   Add the remaining onion and cook for 5 minutes, over low heat or until very tender but not brown

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   Add the flour and cook for a few seconds

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   Whisk in the strained puree, bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring on occasion to make sure the flour does not stick to the bo

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   Gradually add the half and half or evaporated milk and adjust it to the texture you like