Orange Leek Soup

By little_wing on February 23, 2007

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Ingredients

    1. 2 tablespoons olive oil
    2. 4 cups thinly sliced leeks ( white and light-green parts only)
    3. 6 cups low-sodium low-fat chicken broth or 6 cups low-sodium low-fat vegetable broth
    4. 6 cups broccoli florets, cut to small pieces
    5. 1 cup large flake oats
    6. 1 orange, zest of, medium
    7. 1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
    8. 1/2 teaspoon salt
    9. 1/2 teaspoon pepper
    10. 2 cups skim milk
    11. 1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese (optional)
    12. fresh ground pepper

Directions

  1. In soup pot, heat oil over medium-high heat Cook leeks for 7-8 minutes or until softened and golden brown.
  2. 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.
  3. Stir in milk; continue to cook for another 10 minutes.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  5. Serve each bowlful with a sprinkle of cheddar cheese, if desired, and freshly ground pepper.
 
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