Creamy Broccoli Soup with Cheddar Crisps

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 large white onion, chopped
• 3 small celery ribs, thinly sliced (1 cup)
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 1/2 pounds broccoli, cut into florets
• 3 1/2 cups water
• Salt and freshly ground pepper
• Cheddar Crisps, for serving

1. In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil.
2. Add the onion, celery and garlic and cook over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 7 minutes.
3. Add the broccoli and water to the saucepan and bring to a boil.
4. Simmer over moderate heat until the broccoli is tender, about 10 minutes.
5. Transfer the contents of the saucepan to a blender and puree until smooth.
6. Season the soup with salt and pepper and serve with the Cheddar Crisps.

extravirgin olive oil, white onion, celery, garlic, broccoli, water, salt, cheddar crisps

Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/creamy-broccoli-soup-cheddar-crisps (may not work)