Corn & Bean Soup

 

 

 

Prep / Total time :30  minutes    Makes 5 servings

 

 

1-1/3 .............cups reduced-sodium chicken broth

2 ....................medium carrots , diced

2 ....................celery ribs , diced

1 ....................small potato , peeled  and diced

1 ....................small onion , chopped

1-1/2  .............cups frozen corn

1 ....................can ( 15 ounces) white kidney ot cannellini beans , rinsed and drained

1 .....................cup fat-free milk

1 .....................teaspoon thyme

1/4 ..................teaspoon garlic powder

 **************pepper & salt to taste ********

 

 

In a large  saucepan , combine  the broth , carrots , celery , potato and onion . Bring to a boil . Reduce  heat ; cover and simmer  for 10 to 15 minutes  or until vegetables  are tender . Stir in  remaining  ingredients and simmer  5 to 10 minutes  longer  or until corn is tender .

 

 

For lunch or dinner on a chilly day , this fresh tasting colorful vegetable  soup really hits the spot .

 

 

Heart healthy