1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup carrots, diced
1/2 cup onions, diced
1/2 cup celery, diced
1 cup broccoli stems, peeled and diced
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried sweet basil
1/4 cup dry white wine
4 cups chicken stock, hot
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco
1 cup smoked (cooked) chicken, diced
1 cup cooked black beans
1 cup broccoli florets
2 cups heavy cream
Salt and ground black pepper
2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with a little water (optional)