Broccoli Cheese Soup

By cserumga

Serves 4 - 8g fat, 235 cal per serving

Ingredients

• 2 tsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup 2% milk
• 1 1/4 cups grated low-fat sharp Cheddar cheese
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring, until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the flour, garlic powder, and salt and cook for 2 minutes.

2. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and simmer the liquid until it thickens slightly. Add the broccoli and cook until tender, 7 to 10 minutes.

3. Remove the soup from the heat and puree using a blender, food processor, or immersion blender. If necessary, return the soup to the pot and heat over medium heat. Whisk in the milk, 1 cup of the Cheddar, and the pepper. Ladle the soup into serving bowls and sprinkle each with 1 tablespoon of the remaining cheese.