Broccoli-Cheese Soup Recipe

Directions:

1. In soup pot or large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring often, till tender, 4 minutes.
3. Add broth, water, and broccoli. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, till broccoli is tender, 10 minutes.
4. Gradually stir in cereal; continue simmering, stirring occasionally, till thickened, 3 minutes.
5. Stir in milk and heat through.
6. Remove from heat and add cheese and pepper; stir till cheese melts.
7. Place half of soup in blender or processor; pulse till smooth.
8. Return mixture to pot with remaining soup and heat through.
9. Serve with crusty bread.