Soup: Comfort Food Diet Broccol Chowder

By pavaldez

Ingredients

• 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 2 cups diced peeled potatoes
• 2 cups water
• 1/3 cup sliced green onions
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Details

Servings 6

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, combine the first six ingredients. Bring to a boil. reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-14 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Meanwhile, in another saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour and nutmeg until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
Stir into vegetable mixture; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese.

Yield: 6 servings.