ORANGE LEEK SOUP

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Make and share this Orange Leek Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by little_wing

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups thinly sliced leeks (white and light-green parts only)
6 cups low-sodium low-fat chicken broth or 6 cups low-sodium low-fat vegetable broth
6 cups broccoli florets, cut to small pieces
1 cup large flake oats
1 orange, zest of, medium
1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups skim milk
1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese (optional)
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • In soup pot, heat oil over medium-high heat Cook leeks for 7-8 minutes or until softened and golden brown.
  • Add stock, broccoli, oats, orange zest, hot pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered for 30 minutes or until vegetables are soft.
  • Stir in milk; continue to cook for another 10 minutes.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Serve each bowlful with a sprinkle of cheddar cheese, if desired, and freshly ground pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.3, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 1.6, Sodium 273.9, Carbohydrate 34.1, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 2.3, Protein 10.7

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