DIET SOUP

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Alternative "diet soup" that does not include cabbage. Recipe is from Good Housekeeping. To retain freshness and nutrients keep a 2 day supply of Basic Soup in the refrigerator. Pack remaining soup in 3 cup portions in airtight containers, leaving some room for expansion. Freeze.

Provided by JoAnn

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 24 Cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 medium carrots, cut into 1 inch slices
3 medium celery ribs, sliced
3 large onions, chopped or 3 medium leeks, each cut into 1 inch slices
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes (in juice)
1/2 medium cauliflower, cut into bite sized pieces
12 ounces green beans, each cut into thirds
3 medium zucchini, cut into 1 inch slices
2 (5 ounce) packages baby spinach leaves
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 chicken bouillon cubes
12 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Coat pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Over medium high heat add carrots, celery, onions, and garlic.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes.
  • Stir in tomatoes with their liquid, breaking up tomatoes with side of spoon.
  • Add cauliflower, remaining ingredients and 12 cups of water.
  • Heat to boiling over high heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes or until vegetables become tender.
  • Add more salt and pepper if desired.

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