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Broccoli and Carrot Soup (made with nonfat milk and olive oil) is for Soup.

Broccoli and Carrot Soup (made with nonfat milk and olive oil) takes several minutes to prepare.

Broccoli and Carrot Soup (made with nonfat milk and olive oil) takes several minutes to cook.

Broccoli and Carrot Soup (made with nonfat milk and olive oil) makes 6 servings.

The ingredients for Broccoli and Carrot Soup (made with nonfat milk and olive oil) are:

1 finely chopped onion
1 finely chopped celery stalk
2 cup finely chopped carrots
3 cups Swanson Natural Goodness broth (chicken or vegetable)
8 cups broccoli florets
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups nonfat milk

Here is how you make Broccoli and Carrot Soup (made with nonfat milk and olive oil):

6 ServingsCook the broccoli, onion, celery, carrot and the stock in the pan. You can use either chicken or vegetable stock depending on your taste and preference. Simmer for approx 10 minutes until the veggies are tender. Be careful not to overcook as this spoils the flavor. Puree the soup in a blender and pour back into the saucepan.In a separate pan make a roux mixture (the basis for many sauces). This is what adds the creamy taste and texture.Heat the 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Remove from the heat and stir in the flour. When the olive oil and flour are combined return to the heat for a short while.Remove the roux mixture from the heat and slowly add the milk until all of it is combined. If it becomes lumpy use a whisk to smooth it out. Return the mixture to the heat and gently heat. The mixture will gradually thicken.Add the roux to your cooked broccoli and gently reheat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.Number of Servings: 6Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user NMS252.

The nutritional information for Broccoli and Carrot Soup (made with nonfat milk and olive oil) is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 6
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 179.5

• Total Fat: 7.5 g
• Cholesterol: 1.6 mg
• Sodium: 674.2 mg
• Total Carbs: 20.8 g
• Dietary Fiber: 5.2 g
• Protein: 10.4 g

The dietary needs meet for Broccoli and Carrot Soup (made with nonfat milk and olive oil) is Low Fat