Simply Vegetarian - Bean-Thickened Soup

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Bean-Thickened Soup

 

Recipe By :Simply Vegetarian - Sue Spitler

Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00

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Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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1 large Idaho potato -- unpeeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

2 carrots -- sliced

1/2 cup chopped onion

1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

2 15 oz cans Great Northern beans -- rinsed, drained, divided

1 3/4 cups vegetable broth -- divided

1 16 oz can diced tomatoes -- undrained

1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon dried sage

salt and pepper to taste

 

Saute potatoes, carrots, onion, and garlic in large saucepan for 5 minutes.

 

Process 1 can beans and half the broth in a food processor or blender until

smooth. Add to sauteed vegetables along with remaining broth, beans, tomatoes,

and herbs. Heat to boiling; reduce heat and simmer, covered, until vegetables

are tender, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

 

Description:

" A very quick and easy soup that's almost fat-free! The pureed beans

contribute a hearty texture and subtle flavor. "

 

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Per serving: 926 Calories (kcal); 11g Total Fat; (10% calories from fat); 51g

Protein; 161g Carbohydrate; 1mg Cholesterol; 767mg Sodium

Food Exchanges: 10 Grain(Starch); 3 Lean Meat; 2 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 2 Fat; 0

Other Carbohydrates

 

 

Nutr. Assoc. : 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0