Cheese Soup III

Vegetarian and low in fat, this soup is made with fat free American cheese, skim milk and vegetables in a broth seasoned with hot pepper sauce.

• Calories: 141 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup skim milk
• salt and pepper to taste
• ½ cup chopped onion
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
• ¼ cup chopped celery
• 3 potatoes, cubed
• ½ cup chopped carrots
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 5 slices fat-free American cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan over high heat, combine the broth, potatoes, onions, carrots and celery. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer about 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender. Mash lightly with a potato masher.

Step 2

Add American cheese, milk and hot sauce and continue cooking over low heat until cheese melts, stirring occasionally. Add salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley and hot pepper sauce, if desired.