South Beach Cream of Broccoli Soup Recipe

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South Beach Cream of Broccoli Soup
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Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. Cut the broccoli into florets and set aside.
  2. Trim and discard the tough fibrous skin from the stems, coarsely chop and set aside.
  3. In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, warm the oil.
  4. Add leeks and celery and saute for 8 minutes, or until the leeks are soft.
  5. Add the broccoli stems and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. Add the broccoli florets and simmer for 10 minutes more.
  7. Puree the mixture in a food processor or blender. Return to saucepan.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup of evaporated milk with the cornstarch until smooth.
  9. Slowly add to the broccoli mixture, stirring constantly over medium heat.
  10. Stir in the remaining milk, thyme, and pepper. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir 2 minutes more.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 241.84 Kcal (1013 kJ)
Calories from fat 63.04 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7g 11%
Cholesterol 2.37mg 1%
Sodium 1022.25mg 43%
Potassium 1182.3mg 25%
Total Carbs 32.92g 11%
Sugars 12.78g 51%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g 30%
Protein 12.12g 24%
Vitamin C 222.8mg 371%
Iron 2.7mg 15%
Calcium 317.3mg 32%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 38.44 Kcal (161 kJ)
Calories from fat 10.02 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.11g 11%
Cholesterol 0.38mg 1%
Sodium 162.48mg 43%
Potassium 187.92mg 25%
Total Carbs 5.23g 11%
Sugars 2.03g 51%
Dietary Fiber 1.21g 30%
Protein 1.93g 24%
Vitamin C 35.4mg 371%
Iron 0.4mg 15%
Calcium 50.4mg 32%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 4.6
    Points
  • 6
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low calorie,
  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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