Broccoli No-Cheddar Soup - Lunch Version

Make It Now Cooking Directions

These directions are for cooking this recipe to serve immediately and NOT to freeze for later.

1. In a stock pot combine broccoli and chicken broth.
2. Bring to a boil then reduce to simmer until broccoli is tender.
3. When broccoli is tender remove indicated amount of reserved broccoli using a slotted spoon and set aside for later.
4. Puree remaining broccoli and broth using an immersion blender or in batches in a traditional blender until smooth.
5. Return puree to stock pot over low heat.
6. In another pot combine dairy free butter, squash, carrot, onion, garlic powder and sea salt.
7. Cook over medium heat until onion is tender and translucent.
8. Add coconut milk and simmer until slightly reduced, about 10 minutes.
9. Add coconut milk mixture to blender and puree until very smooth.
10. Add egg yolk and nutritional yeast and puree until combined. The egg yolk will slightly thicken the mixture.
11. Add the veggie puree to the broccoli puree and stir to combine. Simmer an additional 10 minutes.
12. Stir in reserved chopped broccoli and enjoy!

Freeze For Later Cooking Directions

These directions help you cook or prepare this meal PRIOR to being frozen for serving later (see Serving Day Directions when you are ready to prepare it to eat).

Why would I want to freeze this?

1. In a stock pot combine broccoli and chicken broth.
2. Bring to a boil then reduce to simmer until broccoli is tender.
3. When broccoli is tender remove indicated amount of reserved broccoli using a slotted spoon and set aside for later.
4. Puree remaining broccoli and broth using an immersion blender or in batches using a traditional blender until smooth.
5. Return puree to stock pot over low heat.
6. In another pot combine dairy free butter, squash, carrot, onion, garlic powder and sea salt.
7. Cook over medium heat until onion is tender and translucent.
8. Add coconut milk and simmer until slightly reduced, about 10 minutes.
9. Add coconut milk mixture to blender and puree until very smooth.
10. Add egg yolk and nutritional yeast and puree until combined. The egg yolk will slightly thicken the mixture.
11. Add the veggie puree to the broccoli puree and stir to combine. Simmer an additional 10 minutes.
12. Stir in reserved chopped broccoli.
13. Let cool.
14. Divide between allocated number of quart freezer bags, label and freeze.

Make From Frozen Serving Day Directions

These directions help you cook or reheat this meal AFTER it's been frozen for when you are ready to eat it.

1. Thaw: In fridge
2. Transfer soup to a microwave safe bowl and reheat until warmed through.