South Beach Cream of Broccoli Soup

By lgove

I went on the South Beach Diet two years ago because I wanted to develop healthy eating habits. My whole family really enjoys this soup. This recipe came from The South Beach Diet Online.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 small head of broccoli (about 3 pounds)
• 3 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 1/2 cups leeks, sliced (white part only)
• 3/4 cup celery, sliced
• 1 1/2 quarts chicken broth, fat-free
• 3 cups evaporated skim milk
• 1/3 cup cornstarch
• 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
• ground pepper (to taste)

Details

Servings 1
Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 50mins
Adapted from food.com

Preparation

Step 1

Directions:

1 Cut the broccoli into florets and set aside.

2 Trim and discard the tough fibrous skin from the stems, coarsely chop and set aside.

3 In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, warm the oil.

4 Add leeks and celery and saute for 8 minutes, or until the leeks are soft.

5 Add the broccoli stems and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.

6 Add the broccoli florets and simmer for 10 minutes more.

7 Puree the mixture in a food processor or blender. Return to saucepan.

8 In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup of evaporated milk with the cornstarch until smooth.

9 Slowly add to the broccoli mixture, stirring constantly over medium heat.

10 Stir in the remaining milk, thyme, and pepper. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir 2 minutes more.