Cost/Serving: $1.48
Yield: [4 servings] / Serving Size = 2 cups
Ingredients:
Directions:
Yield: [4 servings] / Serving Size = 2 cups
Ingredients:
4 cups chopped broccoli, fresh or frozen
1 small onion, chopped
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth, low sodium
1 cup evaporated milk
1 cup chopped cooked potatoes or mashed potatoes
¼ teaspoon pepper
Salt (optional, up to ½ teaspoon)*
¼ cup cheese, shredded cheddar or American
Directions:
1. Combine broccoli, onion, and broth in a large sauce pan. Bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer about 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
3. Add milk, pepper, and salt (if using); slowly stir in potatoes.
4. Cook 3-5 more minutes, stirring constantly.
5. Divide soup into 4 bowls. Sprinkle cheese over each serving.
*If you happened to use regular broth (not low sodium), do not add the optional salt.
Recipe Rating:
Nutrition Criteria for Recipes
Recipes must be:
- Low in:
- Added sugar
- Total fat
- Trans fat
- Sodium
- High in:
- At least one of the following: vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, iron, or fiber
- Whole grains (if the recipe contains grains)
Recipes must also:
- Use low cost, readily available ingredients
- Be able to be prepared relatively quickly
For the full set of criteria, click here.