SOUTHWESTERN BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP

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A friend gave me the recipe for this chunky vegetable soup, which I've been making for years. Recently, I changed the ingredients to give it some southwestern flair--and my husband liked it even better. -Peggy Hendrix of Richardson, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 9 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups water
4 teaspoons reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules or 2 vegetable bouillon cubes
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
3 cups frozen cubed hash brown potatoes
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups fat-free milk
6 ounces reduced-fat process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1 cup chunky salsa

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the water, bouillon cubes, vegetables, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender., Combine the flour and milk until smooth; gradually stir into the soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat to low. Add the cheese; cook and stir until cheese is melted. Add the salsa; cook and stir until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 856mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Chiabuotu International
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I will definitely be making this soup again.


Suzan Shah
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This soup is so easy to make.


Forida Begum. Forida.
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I love the creamy texture of this soup.


Daniel Angula
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day.


Elijah Haynes
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I added some cooked chicken to this soup, and it was amazing! The chicken added a lot of flavor and protein to the soup.


Shaz Vlogs
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This soup is a little bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think it would be great for a party or potluck, because it's sure to please everyone.


Bianca Yanez
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I'm not a big fan of broccoli, but I loved this soup! The cheese and spices really mellow out the flavor of the broccoli, and the soup is so creamy and delicious.


Rodora Dela Cruz
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This soup is so easy to make. I was able to throw everything in my slow cooker and let it cook all day. It was ready when I got home from work, and it was the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.


Noman Kharl
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I love the combination of broccoli and cheese in this soup. The broccoli is tender and flavorful, and the cheese is melted and gooey. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Kate aira
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover broccoli. I always have a head of broccoli in my fridge, and this soup is a great way to use it up before it goes bad.


Sufi Vai
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I made this soup for my family last night and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up. The soup is hearty and filling, and the flavors are just perfect.


CrossBarre Slainte
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This soup is amazing! Seriously, it is one of the best soups I have ever had. The flavors are so rich and complex, and the texture is creamy and smooth. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly.