Ingredients:

1 bunch of broccoli
1/4 cup butter
1 garlic clove
2 cups celery, chopped
2 onions
4 cups milk
1/2 cup flour
4 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon marjoram
salt and pepper, to taste
1 tomato (chopped), slivered almonds or cheese (to garnish - optional)

Preparation:

1. Trim the broccoli and cut into one-half inch thick slices.
2. Steam the broccoli in the salted water until tender.
3. In a large sauce pan, melt the butter and saute the onions, garlic and celery until brown.
4. Stir the flour gradually into the butter mixture.
5. Add the milk slowly, then add the chicken broth and herbs.
6. Stir over low heat until the soup thickens and comes to a boil.
7. Add the broccoli, salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve hot.
9. If desired, garnish with cheese, chopped tomato or almond slivers.