Broccoli Soup                                                                                                                

2 T margarine

1/4 c chopped onion

3 T all-purpose flour

2 c low-fat chicken broth

1 c chopped broccoli

1/2 c low-fat or skim milk

1/3 c grated cheddar cheese

1/2 tsp black pepper

 

Heat margarine over medium heat.  Add onion.  Cook until tender.  Add flour, stirring well.  Gradually stir in broth and broccoli.  Reduce heat.  Stir in milk, cheese and pepper.  Continue to stir and heat until cheese melts, approximately 5 minutes.  Serve immediately.  Makes 3 servings.

 

150 calories; 10 g total fat; 3.5 g sat. fat; 0 g trans. Fat;  25 mg cholesterol; 340 mg sodium; 8 g carbs; 1 g fiber;    2 g sugar 7 g protein; 30% daily value of vitamin C.

 

Source:  University of Kentucky, College of Ag. Cooperative Extension Service, Expanded Food and Nutrition Calendar, 1989