Virtually Fat Free Cream Of Broccoli Soup

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This recipe is from one of my favorite cookbooks:

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Steps

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Take one bunch of the broccoli and cut the florets away from the stalks.

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Cut the florets into slivers lengthwise and set aside.

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Finely chop the stalks and remaining broccoli.

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Place in a medium non-stick saucepan.

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Add the vegetable broth , onions , shredded carrots and garlic.

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Cover and cook , stirring often for 6 to 8 minutes.

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Add the reserved broccoli florets.

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Cook , stirring , 2 to 4 minutes , or until the florets are bright green.

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Whisk in the milk and creamer.

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Bring to a near boil over medium heat.

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Hold a large fine sieve over the saucepan.

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Add the flour to the sieve and shake into the soup , whisk to incorporate.

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Cook over low heat , stirring often for 3 to 5 miutes , or until the soup becomes thick.

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Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

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Serve each bowl with a tablespoon of shredded fat-free cheddar on top.

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Enjoy !.

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Ingredients

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broccoli, vegetable broth, onion, carrot, garlic, skim milk, fat-free liquid creamer, all-purpose flour, salt, fresh ground black pepper, cheddar cheese