Here's a hearty soup that's not only good but good for you as well. Because of my schedule, I need to have simple yet satisfying dishes that take little time to prepare. This one fills the bill.
INGREDIENTS
* 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian stewed tomatoes, cut up * 3/4 cup chicken broth * 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil * 1/8 teaspoon pepper * 1/2 cup frozen mixed vegetables * 1/2 cup cubed fully cooked ham * 1/2 cup frozen cut green beans * 1/2 cup cooked spiral pasta
SERVINGS 2 CATEGORY Soup METHOD Other stovetop PREP 10 min. COOK 15 min. TOTAL 25 min.
DIRECTIONS
In a medium saucepan, combine the tomatoes, chicken broth, basil and pepper. Bring to a boil. Stir in the mixed vegetables, ham and beans. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer about 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in pasta and heat through. Yield: 2 servings.
NUTRITIONAL INFO
Nutritional Analysis: One serving (1-1/2 cups) equals 187 calories, 2 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 11 mg cholesterol, 1,332 mg sodium, 32 g carbohydrate, 7 g fiber, 14 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 lean meat.
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