Broccoli And Pasta Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 -5 garlic cloves, minced
2 onions, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup dry white wine or 1/4 cup water
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
8 cups broccoli, chopped
5 cups water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 lb pasta, short chunky (like small shells)
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Preparation

Bring a covered pot of water to a boil for cooking the pasta.
Meanwhile, combine the garlic, onions, and oil in a soup pot and saute on medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring regularly, until the onions start to caramelize.
Add the wine or water and stir well.
Cook until the liquid evaporates, 4 to 5 minutes.
Add the red pepper flakes, broccoli, water, and salt.
Cover and cook for 7 to 9 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
When the pasta water boils, add the pasta and cook al dente, 8 to 10 minutes,
Drain, and set aside.
When the broccoli is tender, puree about 1/3 of the soup mixture in a blender until smooth and return it to the soup pot.
Stir in the cooked pasta.
Add a little water if you prefer a thinner soup.
Top with grated cheese and serve.