Puree of green bean soup

2 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1pintGreen Beans, sliced trimmed
1cupOnions, Chopped
2tablespoonsMargarine, RC tub
1cupMilk, low-fat 1%
¼cupChicken Broth, low-sodium
1teaspoonFlour, all-purpose
6Chives, trimmed garnish

Directions

1. In 1-quart microwavable casserole combine first 3 ingredients; micro- wave on High (100 %) for 2 minutes, until margarine is melted.

Add ½ cup water and microwave on High for 5 minutes, until beans are tender. Let cool slightly.

2. Transfer mixture to blender and process until smooth; add remaining ingredients and process until combined. Return to casserole and micro- wave on High for 1 minute, until mixture thickens slightly and is thoroughly heated.

3. Pour soup into 2 soup bowls and garnish each portion with 3 trimmed chives.

Approximate Total time: 20 Minutes Each Serving provides: ½ Milk, ½ Fat, 3 Vegetables, 20 Op Cal Per serving: 138 Calories; 7g protein; 4g fat; 21g carbo; 211 mg calcium; 116 mg sodium; 5 mg cholesterol; 3g dietary fiber