Broccoli, White Bean & Cheddar Soup

By lkalemba

Ingredients

• INGREDIENTS
• 1 14-ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
• 1 cup water
• 1 pound broccoli crowns, trimmed and chopped (about 6 cups)
• 1 14-ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 1 cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese

Preparation

Step 1

DIRECTIONS
Bring broth and water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Add broccoli, cover and continue cooking until tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in beans, salt and pepper and continue cooking until the beans are heated through, about 1 minute.

Transfer half the mixture to a blender with half the cheese and puree. (Use caution when pureeing hot liquids). Transfer to a bowl. Repeat with the remaining broccoli mixture and cheese. Serve warm.



Calories: 153 Fat. Total: 7g Carbohydrates, Total: 15g Cholesterol: 21mg Sodium: 437mg Protein: 11g
Fiber: 6g % Cal. from Fat: 41% Fat, Saturated: 4g