Cream of Broccoli Soup

Ingredients

• 1 cup powdered nonfat milk

• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

• 4 cups cold water

• 2 tablespoons low-sodium chicken bouillon powder

• 1 to 2 teaspoons dried basil

• 1 onion, chopped (about 1 cup)

• 3 cups fresh broccoli or 1 10-ounce package frozen broccoli, chopped

Directions

Dissolve powdered milk and cornstarch in cold water. Add bouillon powder, basil, onion, and broccoli. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer till broccoli and onion are soft, about five to seven minutes.

Serves six

Each 1-cup serving contains approximately 84 calories, 17 g carbohydrates, 5 g protein, less than 1 g fat, 82 mg sodium, and 2 g fiber.