Broccoli And Cheddar Soup

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Love to make this on those cold winter days when you just need warming up inside.

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Steps

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Bring 3 quarts water to boil in a dutch oven.

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Add broccoli and cook 7 minutess or until tender , drain.

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Set aside.

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Coat a large saucepan with cooking spray.

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Add margarine and place over medium heat until melted.

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Add onion and garlic.

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Saute 5 minutes or until tender.

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Position knife blade in food processor bowl.

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Add broccoli and onion mixture.

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Process until smooth , scraping sides of processor bowl occasionally.

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Set aside.

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Combine yogurt and flour in a large saucepan , stirring with a wire whisk.

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Add broth and next 6 ingredients.

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Stir well.

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Cook over medium heat for 20 minutes or until thickened and bubbly , stirring constantly.

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Add broccoli mixture.

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Stir well.

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Add 3 / 4 cup cheese , stirring until melted.

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Ladle soup into bowls.

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Top with remaining cheese.

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Ingredients

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water, broccoli florets, salt, margarine, oregano, onion, dried whole thyme, garlic, ground black pepper, plain low-fat yogurt, green chili pepper flakes, low sodium chicken broth, cheddar cheese