BROCCOLI SOUP 1
1 1/2 c. broccoli, chopped OR
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen chopped
broccoli
2 ribs celery, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 c. unsalted chicken broth
2 c. skim milk
2 tbsp. cornstarch
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/8 tsp. ground thyme
1 oz. Swiss cheese, shredded (about
1/4 c.)
In a large saucepan, place broccoli, celery, onion and broth. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer 8 minutes until vegetables are tender. In medium bowl combine milk, cornstarch, salt, pepper and thyme. Add milk mixture to vegetable mixture and cook until soup is slightly thickened and just begins to boil (about 4 - 5 minutes), stirring constantly. Remove from heat and add cheese, stirring until melted.