Broccoli Mushroom Bisque

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1 head of broccoli cut into florets
8 ounces mushrooms sliced
3 carrots coarsely chopped
1 cup coarsely chopped celery
1 onion chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons Dr. Fuhrman's VegiZest or 2 teaspoons Mrs. Dash no-salt seasoning blend
2 cups carrot juice
4 cups water
0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
0.5 cup raw cashews
0.5 cup pine nuts or additional cashews

Place all ingredients except the cashews and pine nuts in a soup pot. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until the vegetables are just tender.In a food processor or high powered blender, blend two-thirds of the soup liquid, vegetables, cashews, and pine nuts, until smooth and creamy. Return to the pot and reheat before serving. (Recipe♦220)