I *finally* perfected my copycat broccoli soup. After years of *pretty close* this is so yummy and lower in carbs, higher in veggies!
*Recipe*
Saute…
1 diced yellow onion
2 diced carrots
4 diced celery stalks
3tbs oil/butter
Add…
3-4c riced cauliflower and saute, stirring occasionally. adding seasonings…I added pepper, the fine grind of Mrs. Dash, Chef’s Shake and All Purpose Seasoning to taste.
Add…
24oz water and 4tbs chicken base, or 24oz chicken stock/broth and stir
Add…
two crowns chopped broccoli, stir and simmer for 20-30 min
Add…
3-4 cups milk (I used whole) and bring back to a simmer
Stir in:
1-2 bags shredded “Velveeta” or “Casserole Blend” cheese (they melt better…the Velveeta brand is shredded American and that’s the best in my experience
After cheese melts, use 4tbs of corn starch to 1/4 cup water and stir in, bring it to the brink of a simmer and turn it down. (You could substitute another thickener if the carbs from the corn starch are an issue…you could leave it out all together but it helps bring the soup together and keep the cheese from breaking.)
Serve