Broccoli Leek Soup

This broccoli leek soup is a good snack or for use at breakfast with Ezekiel bread or rice crackers.

Ingredient:

• 2 medium leek, white and light green parts, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp Grapeseed oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced
• 3 cups broccoli, separate stem and florets
• 1 medium organic sweet potato or yam, cubed
• salt and pepper to taste

Garnish:
Chives

Method:

1. In a stockpot, Stir fry leek, oil, butter and broccoli stem and garlic over medium heat. 5 mins. Stirring constantly.
2. Add broccoli florets and sweet potato.
3. Add enough water to cover all the ingredients.
4. Bring to a boil and then simmer 5 minutes.
5. Transfer the soup into a blender and blend until smooth.
6. Reheat soup in stockpot.
7. Serve and garnish with chives.

NOTE:
For people with estrogen dominance or thyroid issues, limit the use of broccoli to 2 times per week.

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