1 med. onion, sliced
1 med. carrot, sliced
1 clove garlic
1/2 c. water
2 c. cooked broccoli, coarsely chopped
1 sm. stalk celery with leaves, sliced
1 tsp. salt
Generous pinch of cayenne pepper
1/2 c. cooked macaroni
1 c. chicken stock
1/2 c. cream
Sour cream

Simmer, covered, the onion, carrot, celery, garlic and water for 10 minutes. Transfer to container of electric blender; add broccoli, salt, cayenne, and macaroni. Cover and turn motor on high. Remove cover and with motor running, add the stock and the cream. Chill and serve topped with sour cream.