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On The *HEALTHIER* Side...

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Posted: Sun Jun 07, 2009 7:23 pm

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Posted: Sun Jun 07, 2009 7:36 pm

Pureed artichokes and beans become luxuriously rich and creamy in this quick and simple soup. Make it a meal: Garlic-Tomato Toasts and a simple salad turn this blender soup into a tasty dinner.

Makes 4 servings, 1 cup each

ACTIVE TIME: 15 minutes

TOTAL TIME: 15 minutes

1 14-ounce can artichoke hearts, drained
1 15-ounce can cannellini beans, rinsed
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 14-ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth
Salt & freshly ground pepper to taste
Chopped fresh mint for garnish
Fat-free croutons, for garnish

1. Puree artichokes and beans in a food processor.
2. Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add the puree and broth and heat through. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with mint and croutons.

NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 107 calories; 2 g fat (0 g sat, 1 g mono); 2 mg cholesterol; 20 g carbohydrate; 8 g protein; 6 g fiber; 693 mg sodium; 236 mg potassium.
1 Carbohydrate Serving

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Posted: Wed Jun 17, 2009 2:32 pm

Sounds pretty tasty.. So.. if I got a cake recipe out of cooking light.. that would mean it's healthy yeah??

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