Thursday, April 24, 2008

Broccoli Puree

I got this from Every Day Italian with Giada De Laurentiis - I LOVE this recipe

1 large russet potato, peeled and cut into 1 inch chunks
1 lb broccoli florets (fresh)
1/2 cup chicken broth
4 ounces cream cheese - softened
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan
salt and pepper

Fill a large pot with enough water to come 2 inches up the sides of the pot. Set a steamer rack in the pot, cover and bring water to a boil over high heat. Add the potato chunks and cook until they are very tender, about 18 minutes.
Transfer to a bowl and mash until smooth.
Place broccoli into steamer rack and steam over medium heat until the broccoli is tender, about 12 minutes. Transfer broccoli to food processor or blender. Add the broth, cream cheese and parmesan. Process until broccoli is pureed and almost smooth.
Stir the broccoli puree into the mashed potato and blend well.
Season the puree to taste with salt and pepper and then serve.

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