CARROT BROCCOLI SOUP

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This soup is a staple at our house. It's easy, fast, nutritious and so yummy! -Sandy Smith, London, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
3 cups fat-free milk, divided
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

In a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, cook the onion, carrots and celery in butter for 3 minutes. Add broccoli; cook 3 minutes longer. Stir in 2-3/4 cups milk, salt, thyme and pepper., Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Combine the flour and remaining milk until smooth; gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook 2 minutes longer or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 633mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges