A Quick, Healthy, Tasty Recipe

Lentil-Chard Soup with Ham

This recipe provides 6 servings.

Ingredients:

1)    4 cups Swiss chard, chopped into bite sized chunks

2)    1 32-oz. carton reduced-sodium chicken broth

3)    1 14-oz package frozen mirepoix (carrots, celery, and onions)

4)    1 9-oz. package refrigerated steamed lentils

5)    2 cups water

6)    2 cups diced cooked ham

7)    1 ½ teaspoons dried Italian seasoning

8)    Finely shredded Parmesan cheese for topping (optional)

Instructions:

1)    In a 4-quart Dutch oven combine first seven ingredients (through Italian seasoning), cook to boiling. Reduce heat, simmer for 10-15 minutes, until vegetables are fork tender, stirring occasionally.

2)    If desired, top soup with shredded cheese.

Enjoy!