Low-Fat Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Name: Low-Fat Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Yield: Serves 6
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon, unsalted butter; 2 , leeks, white and green parts only, halved lengthwise and sliced thin; 1 1/2 pounds, broccoli, florets chopped, stems peeld and sliced thin; 2 , garlic cloves, minced; 3 cups, low-sodium chicken broth; 1 cup, water; 1 tablespoon, Dijon mustard; 3/4 cup, fat-free evaporated milk; 4 ounces, extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1 cup); , Salt and pepper

Main Courses
Cheese
Vegetables
Light
Soups

Appears in Cook's Country February/March 2008

How do you make a low-fat version of a soup whose smooth texture and rich flavor are derived from cheddar cheese and heavy cream?

SERVES 6

TIME 45 minutes

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