Broccoli & Potato Cheese Soup

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 4
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 310.2
  • Total Fat: 19.0 g
  • Cholesterol: 37.1 mg
  • Sodium: 556.0 mg
  • Total Carbs: 23.8 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 6.1 g
  • Protein: 15.1 g

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Introduction

Fast & Easy soup is good for lunch or anytime. The potatoes thicken the soup without the heavy cream. Fast & Easy soup is good for lunch or anytime. The potatoes thicken the soup without the heavy cream.
Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

    2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
    1 large onion, chopped
    Salt and pepper
    2 small yellow-fleshed potatoes, such as yukon gold (10 ounces total), peeled and finely chopped
    1 bunch broccoli (about 1-1/4 pounds), chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
    3/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (3 ounces)
    Plus 2 ounces additional shredded cheese for garnish

Directions

In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over med-high heat. Add the onion, season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 7 minutes. Add the potatoes and 3 1/2 cups water and bring to a boil; lower the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the broccoli, cover and cook just until tender, about 7 minutes. Using a blender, puree half the soup; combine with the other half. Stir in 3/4 cup of shredded cheese. Season with salt and pepper and keep warm over low heat. Add additional shredded cheese on top, if desired. Makes 4 (1 cup) servings.

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user WISEGAL7.