Soups

Broccoli and Potato Soup

Makes 5 cups

Broccoli and Potato Soup

Makes 5 cups

A lighter version of cream of broccoli – this soup is just as delicious and so satisfying

Calories 136 (21% from fat)
carb. 19g
pro. 6g
fat 3g
sat. fat 1g
chol.5mg
sod. 939mg
calc. 127mg
fiber 4g

Ingredients

1½tablespoons olive oil1garlic clove, finely chopped½small onion, chopped1teaspoon kosher salt½teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1pound broccoli, cut into florets and stems cut into ½” slices½pound white potatoes, peeled and cut into ½” pieces1½tablespoons dry sherry3cups vegetable stock½teaspoon lemon zest1½tablespoons grated Parmesan

Preparation

Place olive oil, garlic and onion with a pinch of salt and pepper into a 3-quart , microwave safe casserole. Place casserole into the Cuisinart® Convection Microwave Oven and Grill and microwave on full power (PL 10) for 5 minutes.Add the broccoli stems, potatoes, an additional pinch of salt and pepper and microwave again on full power for 5 minutes. Stir in the sherry and microwave for 1 minute. Stir in the broth, cover casserole and microwave for 10 minutes, so that liquid has come to a boil. Add the broccoli florets, zest, and remaining salt and pepper and microwave uncovered for 7 minutes, until all ingredients are tender.Stir in the Parmesan. Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly.