Calcium Rich: Broccoli Bean Soup Recipe

• 1 Tbsp. Vegetable oil
• 1 c. Onion, minced
• 2 x Garlic cloves, minced
• 4 c. Broccoli, coarsely minced
• 2 1/2 c. Chicken stock
• 1 x Potato, peeled and diced
• 1 c. Canned white pea beans Navy liquid removed
• 1 1/2 c. Light Cheddar, shredded
• 1 c. 1% lowfat milk
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Pepper

1. For non-dairy version, omit the cheese and lowfat milk; add in sufficient water to thin soup.
2. In large heavy saucepan, heat oil over medium heat; cook onion and garlic, stirring, for about 3 min or possibly till softened.
3. Add in broccoli, stock, potato and beans; bring to boil.k Reduce heat; simmer, covered, for about 20 min or possibly till vegetables are softened.
4. In food processor or possibly blender, pure to desired consistency; return to saucepan.
5. Stir in half of the cheese, along with lowfat milk, salt and pepper; cook over medium-low heat, stirring, just till cheese is melted.
6. Lable soup into bowls; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
7. Ferguson: "Health & Well-Fare: Calcium: Are You Getting Sufficient"

vegetable oil, onion, garlic, broccoli, chicken, white pea beans, light cheddar, milk, salt, pepper

Taken from cookeatshare.com/recipes/calcium-rich-broccoli-bean-soup-97786 (may not work)