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.

Sharon Salyer
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This soup is a bit too spicy for my taste, but I'm sure it would be great for people who like spicy food.


Zubair ali N_jan
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I highly recommend it!


Elizabeth Perez
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This soup is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diet. They'll never know that they're eating broccoli!


Bobby Macdonald
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. I like to experiment with different cheeses and spices to create different flavor variations.


Zain Wattu9
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and it's sure to fill you up.


CYFOTENIX Mbhele
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I'm not a big fan of broccoli, but I really enjoyed this soup. The cheese and spices helped to balance out the flavor of the broccoli.


CrazyOld Pops
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover broccoli. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Oshan Ali
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This is my new favorite soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love the creamy texture and the bold flavors.


Oluwaremilekun Agbelemoge
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This soup was just okay. I thought it was a little bland and the broccoli was a bit overcooked. I might try making it again with some different spices.


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I made this soup for my family and they all loved it! Even my picky kids ate it without complaint. The soup was easy to make and it didn't take long at all.


Tora Islam
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This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfect. The soup was thick and creamy, and the broccoli was cooked just right. I also loved the addition of the cheese and spices.


Amal Chathuranga
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This soup is amazing! It's creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. I love the combination of broccoli and cheese, and the spices give it a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again.