INGREDIENTS
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4 tablespoons butter, room temperature
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1 1/2 pounds fresh broccoli
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1 large onion, chopped
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1 carrot, chopped
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1/2 cup cream
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Homemade Croutons, recipe follows
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Day old French bread
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Olive oil
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes