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LOW-FAT FRESH BROCCOLI SOUP Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
2 pounds fresh broccoli
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup diced carrot
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 cup water
2 Tbs butter
2 1/2 Tbs flour
2 1/1 cups low fat milk
1 1/2 cups canned chicken broth
3 ounces cheddar cheese, cubed
1/2 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/4 tsp salt
Directions:
Directions:
Trim off large leaves of broccoli and remove tough ends of lower stalks. Wash broccoli thoroughly, and coarsely chop.
Place broccoli in a large dutch oven; add water to a depth of 1". Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until broccoli is tender, stirring occasionally, drain and set aside.
Combine onion, carrot, celery and 1 cup water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer minutes or until vegetables are tender. Remove from heat, and let cool slightly. Transfer vegetables and water to container of an electric blender or food processor; cover and process til smooth. Melt butter in pan over medium hear; add flour. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly with a wire whisk. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly; cook until thickened and bubbly, stirring constantly. Add broccoli, pureed vegetables, chicken broth, and remaining ingredients; stir well. Cook over low heat until cheese melts, stirring constantly.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
9 cups
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
This was one of Megan's favorite soups!

 

 

 

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