Creamy Celery And Garlic Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 Tbsp. oil
3 green onions, chopped
1 small head garlic, cloves separated and peeled
5 celery ribs (without leaves)
1 medium potato, peeled and diced
2 1/2 c. water, divided
2 tsp. low sodium instant chicken bouillon granules
1 tsp. dried parsley flakes
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Preparation

Combine oil and green onion in a microwaveproof 2-quart casserole dish.
Microwave, uncovered, on High for 2 minutes, or until soft.
Add garlic, celery, potato, 1/2 cup water, bouillon granules and parsley flakes.
Cover and microwave on High for 8 minutes or until vegetables are soft, stirring once.
Place in processor or blender with pepper and salt.
Cover and microwave on High for 1 to 2 minutes, until heated through.
Add grated cheese, if desired.
Serves 6.