Best Broccoli Soup

Ingredients

• 2 cups Water
• 4 cups Chopped fresh broccoli
• 1 cup Chopped celery
• 1 cup Chopped carrots
• 1/2 cup Chopped onion
• 6 tablespoons Butter or margarine
• 6 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 3 cups Chicken broth
• 2 cups Milk
• 1 tablespoon Minced fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Onion salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt

Directions
In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, bring water to a boil. Add broccoli, celery and carrots; boil 2-3 minutes. Drain; set vegetables aside. In the same kettle, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour to form a smooth paste. Gradually add the broth and milk, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for one minute. Add vegetables and remaining ingredients. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes or until vegetables are tender.