Roasted Red Pepper and Potato Soup

By sheilaolim

Nutritional Facts One serving (1 cup) equals 204 calories, 9 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 11 mg cholesterol, 1,154 mg sodium, 26 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 6 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch.

Ingredients

• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 jar (7 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, undrained and chopped
• 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 3 cups diced peeled potatoes
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 cup PHILADELPHIA® 1/3 Less Fat Cream Cheese Spread, cubed

Details

Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, saute onions in oil until tender. Stir in the roasted peppers, chilies, cumin, salt and coriander. Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in potatoes and broth; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir in cilantro and lemon juice. Cool slightly. In a blender, process the cream cheese and half of the soup until smooth. Return all to pan and heat through. Yield: 6 servings.