Broccoli Cheese Soup

Quick and easy!

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 3 (14 1/2ounce) cans reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 2 (16 ounce) packages frozen broccoli
• 1  small onion, coarsely chopped
• 1  teaspoon garlic, minced
• 1 1⁄2 cups instant nonfat dry milk powder
• 1⁄2 cup water
• 1⁄4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1  cup cheddar cheese, shredded
•  shredded cheddar cheese, for topping (optional)

Directions

1. HEAT broth in large saucepan to boiling.
2. Add broccoli, onion and garlic.
3. Return to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to low; cover.
5. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until broccoli is tender.
6. Remove from heat; cool slightly.
7. Transfer half of vegetable-broth mixture to blender or food processor (in batches, if necessary); cover. Blend until desired consistency.
8. Return to saucepan.
9. COMBINE dry milk, water and flour in medium bowl; mix well.
10. Stir into soup; season with salt and ground black pepper, if desired.
11. Heat through.
12. Add 1 cup cheese.
13. Stir over low heat until melted.
14. Sprinkle with additional cheese.