Emeril'S Broccoli And Gruyere Soup - cooking recipe
Ingredients
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3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup carrot, cut into rounds
salt
cayenne pepper
3 cups broccoli florets
2 quarts water
fresh ground black pepper
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups gruyere cheese, grated
creole seasoning
Preparation
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In a large saucepan, over medium heat, heat the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the onions, carrots and celery. Season with salt and cayenne pepper.
Saute for 5 minutes, or until they begin to soften. Add broccoli and saute for 3 more minutes. Add water and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Bring the soup to a boil reduce heat and cover, add the cream and simmer another 10 minutes. With a hand held blender, puree the soup.
Add 1 1/2 cups of the Gruyere cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted. Check for seasoning. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a little of the remaining Gruyere cheese and Creole seasoning. Serve with crusty bread.
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