HOMEMADE KIELBASA BEAN SOUP

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LaVerne Brandmeyer of San Antonio, Texas shares this satisfying soup that's full of good-for-you ingredients, such as potatoes, cabbage and carrots. Simmer up a batch on a cold winter day.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons butter
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 medium potato, peeled and cubed
1/2 pound smoked turkey kielbasa or turkey sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
3 cups shredded cabbage
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 cup sliced fresh carrots
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in broth and potato. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. , Stir in the remaining ingredients. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 694mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges