Broccoli Cheese Soup
2 1/2 cups fat free low sodium chicken broth 2 cups chopped fresh broccoli or a box of frozen broccoli 1 medium chopped carrot 1 medium rib of celery chopped 1/4 tsp salt1/4 tsp pepper 1/8 tsp nutmeg 1 cup half and half 3 Tbsp. all purpose flour Low-fat sharp Cheddar cheese 3 slices torn into pieces In a large saucepan stir together the broth, broccoli, carrot, celery, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer covered for 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender. In a small bowl whisk together the half and half and flour. Stir into the saucepan and simmer for 2 more minutes or until the soup thickens, stirring occasionally. Add the cheese. Remove from heat and stir until the cheese is melted.