Broccoli and Cheese Soup Recipe

Name: Broccoli and Cheese Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Nonstick cooking spray; 2 1/2 cups broccoli, roughly chopped; 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped fine; 2 garlic cloves, chopped fine; Salt; 1 1/2 cups low-fat, low-sodium chicken broth, plus extra if needed; 1 cup 2% milk; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 2 tablespoons grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; 1/2 cup Greek yogurt; Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

Nonstick cooking spray
2 1/2 cups broccoli, roughly chopped
1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped fine
2 garlic cloves, chopped fine
Salt
1 1/2 cups low-fat, low-sodium chicken broth, plus extra if needed
1 cup 2% milk
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
Freshly ground black pepper

1
Heat a Dutch oven over high heat.
2
When the pot is hot, spray it with cooking spray.
3
Add the broccoli, onion, and garlic.
4
Cover, and saute the vegetables until they are almost tender, about 5 minutes.
5
Season lightly with salt.
6
Add the chicken broth, bring the mixture to a boil, and cook uncovered until the liquid has reduced by half, about 8 minutes.
7
Meanwhile, whisk the milk and cornstarch together in a medium bowl until thoroughly combined.
8
Whisk the cornstarch mixture into the broccoli mixture.
9
Bring the soup to a boil and cook, stirring often, until it has thickened, about 2 minutes.
10
Pour half the contents of the pot into a blender, and puree until smooth.
11
Pour the pureed soup back into the pot.
12
Adjust the consistency with a little more chicken broth, if necessary.
13
Remove the pot from the heat.
14
Stir the cheese and yogurt into the soup.
15
Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve.
16
Fat: 34g (before), 5.1g (after)
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Calories: 570 (before), 114 (after)
18
Protein: 6g
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Carbohydrates: 12g
20
Cholesterol: 16mg
21
Fiber: 2g
22
Sodium: 460mg

389

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Nonstick cooking spray, 2 1/2 cups broccoli, roughly chopped, 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped fine, 2 garlic cloves, chopped fine, and more.

Yes, Broccoli and Cheese Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Broccoli and Cheese Soup

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