Broccoli Soup with Garlic & Olive Oil

Ingredients

• 2 bunches broccoli (about 3 pounds)
• 1/2 cup Delizia Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 8 cloves garlic, sliced
• 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme or 1/2 tsp dried
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup dry white wine
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• salt
• freshly ground black pepper
• toasted slices of French bread, for serving
• freshly grated Parmesan cheese, optional for serving