Broccoli Soup

• 1 head fresh broccoli (about 1 1/2 lb.)
• 1 Tbsp. butter or olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced or 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 potato, pared and diced
• 1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg
• 1 can (about 13 oz.) chicken broth or 1 1/2 c. homemade chicken broth
• ground black pepper to taste or dash of cayenne pepper
• parsley or basil to taste
• 1 c. low-fat milk
• 3 Tbsp. grated Parmesan or Romano cheese

1. Wash and trim broccoli.
2. Separate stalks and cut into bite-size pieces.
3. In a large saucepan or soup pot over medium heat, saute onion and garlic in butter or oil until the onion is soft but not brown.
4. Add broccoli (save a few small flowerets for water and garnish), potato, chicken broth, pepper and herbs.
5. Bring to a boil.
6. Lower heat and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.

broccoli, butter, onion, clove garlic, potato, ground nutmeg, chicken broth, ground black pepper, parsley, lowfat milk, romano cheese

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=429250 (may not work)