Name: Just-Like-Mom's Broccoli Cheese Soup
Cook time: 20 min
Ingredients: 2 cup butternut squash, steamed until soft; 3/4 cup low sodium chicken broth; 2 teaspoon margarine; 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon whole wheat flour; 1 cup skim milk; 3 ounce reduced fat cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 tablespoon reduced fat Parmesan cheese, shredded; 2 cup broccoli florets, steamed, chopped

Just-Like-Mom's Broccoli Cheese Soup

Learn how to make healthy broccoli cheese soup. Smooth and creamy, Just-Like-Mom's Broccoli Cheese Soup will bring you back home. Light, easy soup recipes like this one are family favorites!

Cooking Time20 min

Ingredients

2 cups butternut squash, steamed until soft
3/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons margarine
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon whole wheat flour
1 cup skim milk
3 ounces reduced fat cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon reduced fat Parmesan cheese, shredded
2 cups broccoli florets, steamed, chopped

Instructions

In blender or food processo, purée cooked squash and low sodium broth until smooth and set aside.
Melt margarine over medium-high heat in a large saucepan.
Add onion and sauté until soft, 4-5 minutes.
Sprinkle with flour and cook for another minute.
Gradually add squash mixture and milk.
Heat, stirring gently, until just below boiling.
Add reduced fat cheddar and Parmesan cheeses. Whisk until cheese is fully melted.
Stir in broccoli. Serve immediately.