Broccoli Chowder

Broccoli Chowder Recipe Video

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• ½ cup chopped onion
• 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
• ½ cup chopped carrots
• 2 cups diced, unpeeled red potatoes
• 3 cups broccoli florets
• ½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 ½ cups low sodium chicken broth
• ½ cup half-and-half
• ½ cup low-fat shredded cheese

Directions

In a large heavy pot, heat the oil over medium heat.  Add the onion and garlic and sauté 2 to 3 minutes.  Add the carrots, red potatoes and broccoli one at a time.  Sauté each about 2 minutes.

Add Italian seasoning, salt, pepper and flour and toss until vegetables are coated.  Cook 1 to 2 minutes.  Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil.  Reduce heat to low, cover pot and simmer for 15 minutes.

Remove lid and stir in the half-and-half.  Bring back to a simmer and remove from heat.  Ladle into bowls and top with cheese to serve.