Combine the flour and margarine in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir with a whisk to make smooth. Add the onions and stir for 1 minute. Alternately add the potatoes and broth until thick and sticky. Slowly whisk the milk into the mixture until smooth.

Reduce the heat and add the pepper and chives. Simmer for 5 minutes and serve hot.

Exchanges: Carbohydrate Exchange - 2&1/2 Fat Exchange - 1&1/2 Calories - 272 Calories from Fat - 101 Total Fat - 11g Saturated Fat - 5g Cholesterol - 18mg Sodium - 532mg Carbohydrate - 36g Dietary Fiber - 3g Sugars - 13g Protein - 11g

Recipe for Wednesday, 4/22/98

Wondering what to do with those leftover mashed potatoes? Fix this soup and a quick salad, and you're ready to eat!

All recipes this week are from the cookbook Quick & Easy Diabetic Recipes for One, featuring appetizing single-serving dishes along with helpful meal planning, shopping, and food preparation tips for eating healthy on your own.

You can order a copy of this and many other cookbooks from our online bookstore or call 1-800-Ada-Order (1-800-232-6733).

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