No Cream Creamy Broccoli Soup

2 med. carrots, peeled, chopped
1 med. onion chopped
2 celery stocks chopped
3 T oil
2 cans (14 ½ oz each) chicken broth
2 cups water
2 small bunches of fresh broccoli trimmed into 3 inch lengths
½ cup minute rice
2 cups milk
¼ grated Parmesan cheeseCook and stir carrots, onions, and celery in oil in large saucepan on med-high for 3 min. Add chick broth and water, stir. Bring to a boil. Stir in broccoli and rice. Reduce heat to med-low. Simmer 10-15 min or until veggies are tender. Stir frequently. Add soup in batches to blender or food processor. Blend until pureed-return to pot. Add milk and cheese. Cook until heated.