Posted on October 26, 2011
Creamy Condensed Soup
To clean up a classic recipe calling for creamy condensed soup, banish the can and whip up a batch of this healthy substitute!
By Joanne Lusted | Photo: iStockphoto
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup minced onion
- 3 tbsp whole-wheat flour
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, boiled and reduced by half
- 1/2 cup skim milk
INSTRUCTIONS:
- In a saucepan or pot, heat oil on medium. Add onion and sauté until translucent. Add flour and stir for 2 minutes, until golden brown. Stir in broth, milk and optional top flavor ingredient (see sidebar at right).
- Bring to a gentle boil, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, until thickened. Allow to cool and use as desired.
Nutrients per 1/2-cup serving (using cremini mushrooms): Calories: 115, Total Fat: 7 g, Sat. Fat: 1.5 g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5 g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g, Carbs: 8 g, Fiber: 1 g, Sugars: 2 g, Protein: 4 g, Sodium: 37 mg, Cholesterol: 1 mg
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Optional Top Flavor:
For Cream of Mushroom:
1 1/2 cups chopped cremini mushrooms
For Cream of Celery:
1/2 cup minced celery
For Cream of Chicken:
1 cup finely diced cooked chicken
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