Hearty Low Fat Broccoli Soup |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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good hearty winter day soup from Becel Ingredients:
2 teaspoons light margarine (becel) |
1 small onion |
2 -3 garlic cloves, smashed |
5 cups broccoli, cut into pieces |
2 large potatoes, scrubbed, unpealed, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces |
4 cups chicken broth |
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper |
Directions:
1. In a medium saucepan, heat margarine over medium heat.
2. Add onion and garlic and saute until softened.
3. Stir in broccoli and potatoes and saute 1 minute.
4. Add broth and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until veggies are tender.
6. Use a hand blender, food processor or traditional blender to puree the soup, in batches if necessary, until it is smooth.
7. Return to the pan and heat through.
8. Variation: Substitute cauliflower celeriac, squash or a combination of these veggies.
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