Firstly, heat a large pan on moderately low flame and add butter
As the butter is melted up, add finely chopped ginger & garlic
Saute well for 2 mins
Next add finely chopped onion and saute again until onions are translucent
Further add washed broccoli florets along with the stem
Stir once and add little salt
Give a good mix and add little water
Bring this to a boil for 3 to 4 mins and turn off the heat. Let it be cooled completely.
Then transfer the boiled broccoli mixture to a blender and blend it to a fine texture
Again heat a pan on low flame and add the blended broccoli mixture & add little water
Similarly add skimmed milk & mix well. Now bring this to a boil for 2 to 3 mins
Likewise add salt and give a quick mix
Additionally add rosemary & sage, mix everything well.
Next add finely sliced almonds and boil for one more minute
Turn off the heat and finally add crushed pepper & give a good mix
Now the creamy, rich broccoli almond soup is ready to serve!
Garnish this soup with finely sliced crunchy almonds & roasted broccoli florets