Broccoli and Potato Soup

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1 head of broccoli, chopped (about 4 cups)
1 small onion, chopped
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth, low sodium
1 cup evaporated milk, nonfat (not sweetened condensed)
1 cup mashed potatoes, instant prepared with water, salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup shredded cheese

Directions:

  1. Combine broccoli, onion, and broth in large saucepan. Bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  3. Add milk to soup. Slowly stir in potatoes. Cook, stirring constantly, until bubbly and thickened. Stir in a little more milk or water if soup becomes too thick.
  4. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
  5. Serve in bowls with 1 Tablespoon cheese sprinkled on each serving.
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Recipe Category

One pan meals

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Broccoli and Potato Soup

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1 head of broccoli, chopped (about 4 cups)
1 small onion, chopped
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth, low sodium
1 cup evaporated milk, nonfat (not sweetened condensed)
1 cup mashed potatoes, instant prepared with water, salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup shredded cheese

Directions:

  1. Combine broccoli, onion, and broth in large saucepan. Bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  3. Add milk to soup. Slowly stir in potatoes. Cook, stirring constantly, until bubbly and thickened. Stir in a little more milk or water if soup becomes too thick.
  4. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
  5. Serve in bowls with 1 Tablespoon cheese sprinkled on each serving.

Nutrition Facts

4 serving per container

Serving size 1 cup

Amount Per Serving
Calories 200
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 380mg 17%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 12g
Includes 0g Added Sugars 0%
Protein 14g
Vitamin D 1mcg 6%
Calcium 310mg 25%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 1030mg 20%

The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.