Cheesy Potato Soup

Taken from Cooking Light Best Ever Recipe Makeovers, Pg. 9

Serves 4
225 Calories
6.9 grams Fat
9.9 grams Protein
32.7 Carbs
2.6 grams Fiber
250 mg Sodium


Ingredients:
1 Tablespoon butter
1 cup chopped onion
2 1/2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups chopped red potato (1 pound)
1 1/4 cups 1% low-fat milk
3/4 cup fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup water
2 ounces reduced-fat, sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1/2 cup)
1/8 Teaspoon ground red pepper
2 Tablespoons chopped green onions

Directions:
Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.  Add onion to pan; saute 5 minutes or until onion is tender.  Sprinkle with flour; cook one minute, stirring constantly.  Add potato, milk, chicken broth, and 1/2 cup water; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes.  Add cheese and red pepper; cook 2 minutes or until cheese melts, stirring frequently.  Top each serving with 1 1/2 teaspoons green onions.

Serving size: 1 cup