Broccoli Potato Soup
Makes:
4 servings
A tasty and made-from-scratch soup that comes together quickly with the help of instant mashed potatoes and powdered milk.
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli (chopped)
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth (can also use vegetable broth)
- 1 cup non-fat evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup instant mashed potatoes, prepare with water for 1 cup potatoes (or 1 cup leftover mashed potatoes.)
- salt and pepper (to taste, optional)
- 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Combine broccoli, onion, and broth in large saucepan.
- Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
- Add milk to saucepan. Slowly stir in potatoes.
- Cook, stirring constantly, until bubbly and thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper; stir in a little more milk or water if soup starts to become too thick.
- Ladle into serving bowls.
- Sprinkle about 1 tablespoon cheese over each serving.
Don’t Play With Your Food: Fall and Winter Cookbook
Arizona Nutrition Network
