Creamy Broccoli Soup

2 Tbsps avocado oil, or ghee

1 large head broccoli

1 large sweet onion, finely diced

1 large carrot, finely diced

3 cloves garlic minced

3 Tbsps GF flour, or Arrowroot powder

3 cups vegetable stock, or chicken bone broth

1 cup unsweetened coconut, cashew, or almond milk

1/4 cup coconut cream

sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste, about 1/4 teaspoon each

small handful of chopped curly parsley

Instructions

Cut your broccoli into bite-size florets.

Heat the oil in a heavy-bottom stockpot over medium heat. Add in the onion, carrot, garlic and sauté for about 3 minutes.

Add the flour and whisk well to combine.

Slowly add in the stock/broth whisking continuously until well incorporated.

Next, add in the milk and cream and stir to combine.

Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.

Add in the broccoli florets and season with sea salt and pepper to taste.

Simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender, stirring occasionaly. Your soup should be nicely thickened.

Remove from the heat and garnish with chopped parsley.

Serve while hot and enjoy!