QUICK BROCCOLI SOUP

This is a budget-friendly recipe I came up with to use up package of frozen broccoli cuts which contained mostly stems.  It's a delicious way to eat your vegetables!

1-2 tablespoons Smart Balance or 1 tablespoon butter

1 medium onion, chopped

1 stalk celery with leaves, chopped

1 14.5 ounce can low sodium chicken broth

10-12 ounces frozen broccoli cuts

1 small potato, cubed (about 3/4 cup)

1 1/2 cups nonfat milk

1/4-1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon seasoned salt (opt.)

In a medium saucepan, saute onion and celery in Smart Balance or butter until tender.  Add chicken broth, broccoli cuts, and potato.  Simmer until broccoli and potato are tender, about 10 minutes.  Add milk, garlic powder, pepper, and salt.  Puree in blender (in batches, if necessary).  Return to saucepan, heat through and serve.  Makes 3-4 servings.