Orange Leek Soup

Name: Orange Leek Soup
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 cups thinly sliced leeks (white and light-green parts only); 6 cups low-sodium low-fat chicken broth or 6 cups low-sodium low-fat vegetable broth; 6 cups broccoli florets, cut to small pieces; 1 cup large flake oats; 1 orange, zest of, medium; 1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 cups skim milk; 1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese (optional); fresh ground pepper

12 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups thinly sliced leeks (white and light-green parts only)
6 cups low-sodium low-fat chicken broth or 6 cups low-sodium low-fat vegetable broth
6 cups broccoli florets, cut to small pieces
1 cup large flake oats
1 orange, zest of, medium
1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups skim milk
1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese (optional)
fresh ground pepper

Directions

1

In soup pot, heat oil over medium-high heat Cook leeks for 7-8 minutes or until softened and golden brown.
2

Add stock, broccoli, oats, orange zest, hot pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered for 30 minutes or until vegetables are soft.
3

Stir in milk; continue to cook for another 10 minutes.
4

Taste and adjust seasoning.
5

Serve each bowlful with a sprinkle of cheddar cheese, if desired, and freshly ground pepper.