Orange Zest, Broccoli & Leek Soup |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 35 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Low GI and awesome. I was surprised when I first tried this to find that the little amount of orange zest I added was enough to create such a wonderful flavour combined with the other ingredients. This is not a blended soup, so it still feels like you're eating a full meal by itself and when frozen, the flavours will intensify giving the soup a bit more bite. Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil |
4 cups leeks, sliced |
6 cups chicken stock |
6 cups broccoli, cut into small pieces |
1 cup oats, large flake |
1 orange, zest of |
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon pepper |
2 cups milk |
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (optional) |
ground pepper |
Directions:
1. Heat the oil in a soup pot on a medium heat.
2. Add leeks and cook for 7 - 8 minutes or until softened.
3. Add stock, broccoli, oats, orange zest, red pepper flakes, salt & pepper. Bring to a boil then simmer, covered for about 30 minutes or until vegetables are soft.
4. Stir in milk and let simmer for another 10 minutes.
5. Garnish with cheddar cheese and pepper.
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