CREAMED CABBAGE SOUP LIGHTENED UP!

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I made WiGal's Creamed Cabbage Soup and then lightened it up a little! You might like to add a tablespoon of low fat cream cheese at the end, to give it a little extra richness. I hope you enjoy!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Greens

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups vegetable broth or 2 cups chicken broth
1 medium onion, diced
1 cup celery, diced
1/2 medium cabbage, shredded
2 carrots, diced
2 -4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup low-fat margarine
3 tablespoons flour
3 cups 2% low-fat milk
1 cup vegetarian bacon, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
smoked paprika

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine broth and vegetables.
  • Cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour.
  • Gradually whisk in milk; cook and stir until thickened. Stir into vegetable mixture. Add vegetarian bacon, pepper, and thyme; heat through. If you wish, add the cream cheese now, stirring to mix thoroughly. Salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle a little smoked paprika over the top to garnish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.3, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 10.6, Sodium 713.5, Carbohydrate 23.5, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 12, Protein 9.6

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