Ingredients

  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro
  • 1 (32-ounce) package reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth, divided
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 (8-ounce) package fat-free cream cheese
  • 1 (8-ounce) container light sour cream
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Garnishes: fresh cilantro sprigs, light sour cream

Method

  • Remove stems from cilantro, and coarsely chop leaves.
  • Process cilantro and 1 cup chicken broth in a blender or food processor until blended, stopping to scrape down sides.
  • Melt butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat; whisk in flour. Gradually add remaining 3 cups broth, whisking constantly until mixture is smooth. Boil 1 minute. Stir in cilantro mixture, cream cheese, and next 5 ingredients; simmer soup 15 minutes. Garnish, if desired.