This broccoli soup was served at a restaurant in E. Lansing and my daughter got it from them. It is the best!!
BROCCOLI SOUP
3 T. chicken base
1/2 t. white pepper
3/4 c. diced celery
1 qt. half & half
1/4 c. parsley flakes
1-1/2 t. lemon juice
1 qt. milk
2 qt. fresh broccoli
3/4 c. flour
1/4 lb. butter
1/2 c. cooking sherry
Add first seven ingredients, on low heat - stir occasionally. Clean and cut broccoli - boil for 12 minutes until tender. Add immediately to mixture. Increase heat to medium high. Simmer and stir. Melt butter - mix with flour to get creamy mixture. Add to soup. Thickening should occur. When soup thickens - add cooking sherry. Mix well.