Broccoli and Cheese Soup

Portion Size: 1 cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
4 cups broccoli floweretsWash and trimmed
4 cups low salt chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup diced carrotsWash, peel and trim
1 small onion, dicedWash, peel and dice
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
4 cups shredded low fat cheddar cheese
1(14 oz.) can evaporated fat free milk
¼ cup flour
2 tablespoon margarine
For gluten free: Use gluten free broth and gluten free all purpose flour.

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1In large sauce pan, melt margarine over medium high heat.
2Add carrots and onions. Cook until tender.
3Add flour and toss to coat flour.
4Stir in chicken broth, salt, pepper and evaporated milk. Bring to boil. Reduce heat.  Add cheese 1 cup at a time and stir until melted.Temperature check must reach 165 °F degrees
5Stir in broccoli.  Simmer 5 minutes. Serve hot.
To make this recipe gluten free: Use GF broth and GF flour. Always check all ingredients to be sure they are gluten free.
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Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates