1 tbsp. olive oil
2 c. peeled, diced fresh broccoli stalks
2 tbsp. fresh thyme or 3/4 tsp. dried
1 c. thinly sliced onion
1 c. peeled, diced cooking apple
1/2 c. diced celery
4 c. chicken stock
1/4 tsp. white pepper
1/4 c. nonfat yogurt, optional

Heat oil in large pot with lid. Add broccoli, thyme, onion, apple, and celery. Cover and cook 10 minutes over low heat.

Add chicken stock and pepper. Cook 30 minutes.

Remove, cool slightly and puree 1 cup at a time. Serve hot or chilled, garnish with yogurt.