This soup is so simple, but very delicious.  The majority of the "cream" comes from  blending white beans and potatoes. I stirred in some goat cheese at the very end for some extra flavor.  For a vegan option, my Goaty Cashew Cheese  works very well.  This soups relies on pantry staples and frozen broccoli and comes together in around 40 minutes.

Creamy Broccoli Soup

• 2 tablespoons olive oil, butter or earth balance
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• pinch red pepper flakes if desired
• pinch salt/pepper
• 1 large onion, diced
• 7 cloves garlic, reserve 1 whole clove
• 1 large carrot
• 1 large red or yellow potato
• 15 oz can white beans and the liquid 
• 3 cups veggie broth
• 1 lb frozen broccoli 
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 5 oz goat cheese or Vegan Goaty Cashew Cheese

This is such a simple, yet comforting soup.  The beans give it great body and creaminess and up the protein content!