MINESTRONE SOUP 
1 pkg. bean mix
3 qts. water
1 pkg. herb mix
1 carrot, chopped
2/3 c. (4 oz.) chopped cooked ham
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can no salt added stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 pkg. macaroni

Sort and wash bean mix. Place in Dutch oven. Cover with water 2" above beans, soak 8 hours or overnight. Drain beans and add 3 quarts water, herb mix, carrot, ham. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Add tomatoes and macaroni, cook 20 minutes or until macaroni is tender. Yield: 8 servings, 167 calories per 1 cup serving.

 

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