Name: Truffled Broccoli Potato Cheese Soup
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/2 tablespoons butter; 1 medium carrot (diced); 1 medium onion (diced); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 3 tablespoons all purpose flour; 1 cup dry white wine; 4 cups low sodium vegetable broth ((can also use chicken broth)); 1 pound broccoli trees (stems and florets); 1 large red skinned potato (peeled and diced); 5-6 sprigs fresh thyme (tied with kitchen string); parmesan cheese rind (optional); 1/2 cup cream; 2 cups finely shredded gruyere cheese; drizzle truffle oil (optional); 2 slices sturdy sourdough bread; 1 teaspoon truffle oil (or olive oil)