Silky Potato and Broccoli Soup

Why "Silky" you ask? Because I make it with Soy Milk! Ok, so I didn't use the Silk brand of soy milk, but calling the soup "Soy Milk Potato and Broccoli Soup" just doesn't sounds as good.

This recipe is pretty good -- not great, but definitely worth trying. I think it could be great with a little modification, but I haven't figured out exactly what it needs yet. Suggestions are welcome.

Ingredients:

• 1 can (14oz) of Vegetable Broth
• 1 can of Budweiser
• 1 Cup of water
• 1 red onion, diced
• 3 to 4 medium sized carrots, sliced into discs
• 3 to 4 stalks of celery, chopped
4 medium sized potatoes, cubed
• 1 medium sized broccoli crown, chopped (chop the whole thing as finely as you can, but don't worry about a few big chunks here and there)
3 cups of soy milk
• 3 Tablespoons of margarine
• 2 Tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 Teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1 Teaspoon of Onion powder
• 2 Tablespons of flour
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Add Vegetable both, beer, water, onions and celery to a stock pot. Bring to a boil.
2. Add potatoes, carrots, and broccoli and continue to boil for a few minutes. Then reduce heat to medium-high.
3. Add soy milk, margarine, olive oil.


4. Add flour (preferrably through a sifter so it doesn't clump up), or you might consider mixing the flour into a few tablespoons of the soy milk from the previous step).
5. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper.
6. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 30 to 60 minutes, or until desired thickness.
7. Say a prayer.
8. Eat and enjoy!

Note:
Soy milk should be shaken well before you use it. My soy milk was somewhat frozen, so the first two cups I poured were a little watery. If you shake the soy milk well before pouring, you may not need to add so much. Start conservatively; you can always add more if it isn't creamy enough.

I definitely think this recipe has potential, so I encourage you to give it a try. I'm sure there are plenty of other spices that could make this better, but I wanted to start basic the first time around.

Comments welcome.