From "Mimi's Kitchen"

Broccoli Soup with Leeks and Thyme

Tested & approved by Mimi’s chefs. A cozy, healthy, easy & delicious soup

4 servings

• PREP: 30 minutes

• TOTAL: 30 minutes
Ingredient
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3cupschopped leeks (white and pale green parts only; about 3 large)
• 4 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme, divided or 3 t. dried.
• 1 1/4pounds broccoli crowns, chopped (about 8 generous cups)
• 4 cups(or more) low-salt chicken broth
Preparation
• Melt butter in large pot over medium-high heat. Add leeks and 4 (2 dried) teaspoons thyme; sauté until leeks are almost soft, reducing heat if needed to prevent rapid browning, 7 to 8 minutes. Add broccoli and 4 cups broth to pot; bring to boil. Cover; boil until vegetables are tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
• Puree soup in blender until smooth. Thin soup with more broth, if desired. Season with pepper. Ladle into bowls.
Yum – yum ---me..