Servings: 8

Prep Time: 5 Min.

Cook Time: 15 Min.

What you need:

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4 14-oz. cans broth (chicken, vegetable, beef or a combination)
3 c. IdahoŽ potato flakes or buds
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 c. powdered milk (optional)
20-oz. pkg. frozen, chopped broccoli
2 Tbsp. lemon juice (optional)
Chopped parsley, chopped scallion or chives, broccoli florets (optional garnishes)

What to do:

1. In a large stockpot, over medium-high heat, bring broth to boiling. Remove from heat and stir in the potato flakes, garlic powder and dried milk, if desired. Allow mixture to sit while preparing broccoli.
2. Prepare frozen broccoli according to package directions.
3. Stir the broccoli into the potato mixture. Heat soup over medium heat until hot. If desired, just before serving, stir in lemon juice. Garnish each bowl of soup, if desired.

Nutritional information:

Calories: 186;   Total Fat: 6g;   Cholesterol: 12mg;   Total Carbs: 28g;   Protein: 7g;   Sodium: 915mg;